Police report reckless driver on Highway 17, Santa Cruz CA
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As discussed during the dispatch call, a dark gray sedan, possibly a Honda or Mitsubishi, was reported driving recklessly on Vine Hill Road near Highway 17 in Santa Cruz. The driver was seen traveling into oncoming traffic, making rude gestures, braking suddenly, and cutting off other cars before entering northbound Highway 17.
Audio|Heard on: Monterey County Fire & EMS
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Transcript:
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For the Santa Cruz unit, 23103[1] VC.
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It's been about six ago now on Vine Hill east of 17.
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A dark gray Honda sedan or Mitsubishi, flashers on.
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Driving in oncoming traffic, making rude hand gestures, braking, cutting off vehicles.
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Had the flashers on at some point, last seen entering northbound 17 about four ago.
Police codes explained
The following codes appeared in the transcript and are explained below:
[1]
23103: Reckless driving
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Location mentioned:
Vine Hill Rd, Santa Cruz, CA 95065
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