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Trucker’s Daughter Stops Semi Thieves

Trucker's Daughter Stops Semi Thieves

Trucker’s Daughter Stops Semi Thieves!

According to Local 10 News, a woman in Hialeah, Florida, spotted  her father’s stolen semi-truck, leading to the arrest of the suspects involved.

On June 19, the woman’s father reported his semi-truck missing, triggering a police investigation. The daughter, while driving through the city, unexpectedly spotted the truck and immediately alerted the authorities.

The semi-truck was stolen from a parking lot in Hialeah, prompting a widespread search. The 22-year-old daughter, familiar with the truck’s distinctive features, recognized it while driving on a local road. She quickly called 911 and provided precise details about the truck’s location.

“We were following him for a very long time, 20 to 30 minutes. He made this very awkward turn and then we had to make that very awkward turn behind him,” she said.

Once the police arrived, the stolen big rig parked in a nearby parking lot and the thieves fled on foot. The cops were able to track them down and arrest them.

Watch Local 10‘s coverage of the story:

Thanks to the trucker daughter’s quick thinking and decisive action, the semi was returned to her father. The family, who had been devastated by the theft, expressed immense relief and gratitude.

for the swift resolution.

When asked about her father’s reaction, the daughter answered, “He said ‘eres una llegua, a female horse. Like, ‘you’re a beast,’ you know what I’m saying?”

 

Read about more busted trucker thieves:

Looters Block Semi and Raid Trailer

Police Chase Twelve-Year-Old on Stolen Forklift

Stolen Semi Chase Ends In Shootout

 

 

Original story by Local 10.

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