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Philadelphia Police Impounds Charger For Street Takeover Shenanigans

Law Enforcement Cracking Down Even More On Illegal Sideshows...

Illegal street takeovers have become a growing concern in United States, with authorities warning of their potential to turn deadly. These events, characterized by coordinated “flash mobs” of spectators and daredevil drivers, often result in dangerous stunts like drifting and burnouts. Law enforcement agencies across the U.S. are now intensifying efforts to curb this perilous trend.

Sublime 2019 Dodge Charger seen doing donuts in a Philadelphia intersection. (Philadelphia Police).

In a recent display of zero-tolerance towards street takeovers, Philadelphia authorities tracked down, towed, and impounded a striking lime-green 2019 Dodge Charger Scat Pack. This vehicle, captured on video during a reckless display of burnouts at Broad Street and Washington Avenue, led to traffic jams and posed a significant threat to public safety.

2019 Dodge Charger Scat Pack impounded by the Philadelphia Police. (Philadelphia Police).

To locate the offending vehicle, the Philadelphia Police Department collaborated with officers from New Jersey and Mount Laurel, ultimately discovering the Dodge at a Mount Laurel apartment complex. Despite attempts to contact the registered owner, no one was found at the address. 

That same car can be seen in various street takeover events on YouTube from around the Philadephia area.

Captain Jason Smith, commanding officer of the Philadelphia Police Department’s major crimes unit, witnessed the Dodge’s reckless maneuvers firsthand. He emphasized the severity of the situation, stating, “It was basically spiraling out of control.” Authorities are now on the lookout for additional vehicles involved in the illegal meet, each of which will face the same fate as the Dodge: immediate impoundment.

2019 Dodge Charger Scat Pack impounded by the Philadelphia Police. (Philadelphia Police).

Following the crackdown, Philadelphia Mayor Jim Kenney signed a bill on September 13, granting police the authority to issue violations to drivers engaged in drifting, burnouts, blocking intersections, or excessively loud music. Fines for these offenses range from $300 to $2,000.

The Dodge Charger Scat Pack, along with any other vehicles implicated in the illegal gathering, will be transported to an impound lot near the South Philadelphia airport. Owners will be required to cover towing and storage fees, amounting to $175, with a breakdown of $25 for the first five days and $30 for each subsequent day. Failure to claim the vehicle within 30 days could result in the application of a salvage title, potentially leading to its auction.

Robert S. Miller

Robert S. Miller is a diehard Mopar enthusiast who lives and breathes all that is Mopar. The Michigander is not only the Editor for MoparInsiders.com, 5thGenRams.com, and HDRams.com but an automotive photographer. He is an avid fan of offshore powerboat racing, which he travels the country to take part in.

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We have these folks on and off on weekends here in Mpls. what a waste.

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there needs to be an increase of venues for people to be able to safely do this kind of stuff. I agree on the street it is dangerous and it is an issue. The solution should be to provide a safe area for people to enjoy the cars that they purchase.

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It’s such a shame how in recent years (less than 10) the ghetto trash have flocked to the
Charger and sometimes even the challenger as well.

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It’s such a shame how in recent years (less than 10) the ghetto trash have flocked to the
Charger and sometimes even the challenger as well.

Sounds like the same comments that would have been made in the late 50s and 60s.

Have car culture is awesome we just need to get that focused. Car clubs are a big part of it..... and then a return to focus on local tracks where drag racing and drifting can be done safely.

Channeled is the key

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