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Uber driver reports passenger with gun under influence, Punta Gorda FL

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Near Mac Dr, Punta Gorda, FL 33950

An Uber driver at McDonald's in the Promenade shopping area reported a passenger entered his vehicle carrying a firearm. The passenger appeared intoxicated, and the driver requested police assistance.

Audio|Source: Charlotte County Sheriff and Punta Gorda Police
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Transcript:
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It's going to be at Headquarters, 7474 Utilities Road, 7474 Utilities, Cross and Golf Course.
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We're using language line.
00:09
The caller is advising.
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He is outside.
00:11
He is an Uber driver in a blue.
00:13
2018 Toyota Corolla.
00:15
He has a client with a firearm when he got into the vehicle.
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He did not present a caller, but callers advising subject is under the influence and he would like a deputy.
00:24
So I'm from (number withheld), you can sign that to me.
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I believe (number withheld) in service.

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Near Mac Dr, Punta Gorda, FL 33950

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