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Officer stands by for cautious product exchangeProvidence RI

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Charles St, Providence, RI 02904

As discussed during the dispatch call, an officer was requested to stand by near Charles Street while an individual exchanged a defective product for a refund. The individual expressed concern that the other party might take the item and flee, so the officer was present to ensure the exchange happened safely.

Audio|Heard on: Providence RI Law Dispatch Group Calls
Listen to dispatch call
00:24
Transcript:
00:00
Let's have a quote where to keep the piece.
00:02
Near Charles Street, going to be standing by in the White Ford Focus.
00:08
(Name withheld) is looking to exchange a defective product for a refund, but does not trust the individuals returning the product.
00:15
He is going to give them his money.
00:17
He thinks they might grab the product and run.
00:20
He just wants the officer on the scene to make sure everything goes smoothly.

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Location mentioned:
Charles St, Providence, RI 02904

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