Reckless driving reported near 1st Ave N, St. Petersburg FL
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TrafficAs discussed during the dispatch call, authorities received reports of a possible reckless driver near 49th Street North and 1st Avenue North in St. Petersburg. Witnesses described a black sedan with a loud muffler and possible flames from the rear, heading westbound. A similar report was made nearby a few minutes later, possibly involving the same vehicle. No further identifying details were available.
Audio|Heard on: Pinellas FL Law Dispatch Group Calls
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Transcript:
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Radio on top of bullet is going to be a reckless driver.
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Original call came in near 49th Street North and 1st Avenue North.
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Resident refused caller stated that a black Nissan was heading westbound on 1st Avenue.
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Loud noises were coming from the vehicle.
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Vehicle was backfiring.
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Advised that flames occasionally were coming from the back of the vehicle as well.
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Unable to advise on a tag.
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Driver was a male wearing a dark hoodie.
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Had no other description.
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We also have another reckless driver near 62nd Street North and 1st Avenue North.
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Appears to be the same vehicle.
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This caller advised it was a black four-door Honda sedan, partial tag withheld.
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Vehicle was speeding westbound on 1st Avenue.
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Time lapse about 2 minutes.
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Driver was wearing a black hoodie.
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Stated that the car's muffler was extremely loud.
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This caller was resident refused but can be called if necessary.
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Nothing further.
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Location mentioned:
1st Ave N & 49th Street N, St. Petersburg, FL 33713
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