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Minor crash between two vehicles in parking lot

Heard on: Lake IN Law Dispatch Group Calls

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PD accident (number withheld) North Superior Drive, (number withheld) North Superior Drive at the Dollar Tree.

2/19/2026 11:10 AM

Traffic

E 80th Ave, Merrillville, IN 46410

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AI Summary

Traffic reported near E 80th Ave, Merrillville, IN 46410 on Feb 19, 2026, 11:10 AM. As discussed during the dispatch call, a possible minor property damage accident occurred near the Dollar Tree on North Superior Drive, reportedly involving two vehicles that backed into each other. AI-generated summary from public dispatch audio. Not an official report.

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