I got rear ended in my Z and now there may be retaliation against me...
Originally Posted by andrew
It is NOT too late to contact police.
Some would suggest that you should have called police at the time of the original incident, but even then--in your case-- due to the minor extent of damage, they would most likely not have responded. Why? Because if you were in a parking lot of most stores or shopping centers, it is considered private property. That is not to say anything can go down in a parking lot without police involvement.
What can you do? Call the police non-emergency line. Discuss the incident and everything that ensued with the dispatcher. Most agencies will at least take a brief "incident" report rather than issue a "case #." Some local agencies may refer to it by another name. Other agencies may request that you come to the station to fill it out.
In addition, just by phoning in and making a complaint (and requesting documentation) the dispatcher should record (i.e. type) your complaint into the CAD system (Computer Assisted Dispatch). Again, some agencies may use different terminology. Be sure to obtain the "incident" report number.
Either way, your concern now becomes documented by police. If anything should follow, reference can now be made to your first complaint. Better late than never!
Often in a busy town with a low staffed police department, you may not be referred directly to a police officer to handle this type of concern. Don't be surprised, though, if you do go to your local agency and get an officer to discuss your situation. You may be surprised and relieved.
I wish you the best and keep us posted.
Some would suggest that you should have called police at the time of the original incident, but even then--in your case-- due to the minor extent of damage, they would most likely not have responded. Why? Because if you were in a parking lot of most stores or shopping centers, it is considered private property. That is not to say anything can go down in a parking lot without police involvement.
What can you do? Call the police non-emergency line. Discuss the incident and everything that ensued with the dispatcher. Most agencies will at least take a brief "incident" report rather than issue a "case #." Some local agencies may refer to it by another name. Other agencies may request that you come to the station to fill it out.
In addition, just by phoning in and making a complaint (and requesting documentation) the dispatcher should record (i.e. type) your complaint into the CAD system (Computer Assisted Dispatch). Again, some agencies may use different terminology. Be sure to obtain the "incident" report number.
Either way, your concern now becomes documented by police. If anything should follow, reference can now be made to your first complaint. Better late than never!
Often in a busy town with a low staffed police department, you may not be referred directly to a police officer to handle this type of concern. Don't be surprised, though, if you do go to your local agency and get an officer to discuss your situation. You may be surprised and relieved.
I wish you the best and keep us posted.
Originally Posted by sigsauer87
I already reported it to my insurance, but didn't make a police report. Any suggestions...?
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Originally Posted by D350Z10
dude make the claim and MAKE sure you report to the cops that he tryed to stage a hit and run " insurence fraud"
I don't know the solution
but, the whole buy a gun and let it be known that you are "strapped" thing isn't real smart. it is legal to own and conceal a handgun (with a permit) if you are 21 in most states and I think it is a great idea. I personally intend to get my concealed weapons permit when I get home from afghanistan and turn 21 (which will happen just about the same time). but firearms are an absolute last resort that should be used only if you feel your life or the life of someone else is endangered or that someone intends to use potentially lethal force against you.
a little while ago something like this happened to a friend of mine and the person who was at fault gave the classic "do we really have to call the cops, can't we just settle this ourselves. my friend conscidered it, but I witnessed the whole thing and told the person at fault that no matter what we were calling the police and filing a report the only difference is whether or not they wanted to cooperate. always call the cops. even if it is a friend (even though it wasn't in this case). they are an impartial witness to the scene. once the cops show up they can't pressure you not to tell you insurance because by that time it's out of your hands because there is already an accident report.
a little while ago something like this happened to a friend of mine and the person who was at fault gave the classic "do we really have to call the cops, can't we just settle this ourselves. my friend conscidered it, but I witnessed the whole thing and told the person at fault that no matter what we were calling the police and filing a report the only difference is whether or not they wanted to cooperate. always call the cops. even if it is a friend (even though it wasn't in this case). they are an impartial witness to the scene. once the cops show up they can't pressure you not to tell you insurance because by that time it's out of your hands because there is already an accident report.
....Don't even think about the mom.
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