Fraud reported over missing vehicle title, Rolla MO


A person reported a fraud incident due to being unable to register a car they purchased from a friend. The friend has not provided the title needed for registration.
Audio|Source: Phelps County Sheriff and Fire
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Transcript:
A report was made about a fraud[1] incident where the reporting party bought a car through a friend at a dealership but can't register the vehicle because the title was never provided. The friend has given multiple excuses about sending the title and mentioned the dealership's departure from Houston, Texas.
A report was made about a fraud[1] incident where the reporting party bought a car through a friend at a dealership but can't register the vehicle because the title was never provided. The friend has given multiple excuses about sending the title and mentioned the dealership's departure from Houston, Texas.
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fraud: Deception for financial or personal gain
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Location mentioned:
Near N Walnut St, Rolla, MO 65401
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