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Updated almost 10 years ago,

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Matt Faix
  • Investor
  • Carnegie, PA
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Hit and run at duplex

Matt Faix
  • Investor
  • Carnegie, PA
Posted

Hi All - Yesterday we had a car run off the road and onto the property of our rental. Luckily it didn't hit the house, but it caused some damage to the sidewalk/railing. Nothing too major surprisingly, but the driver and passenger fled the scene and were later caught. This is a first for us, so I have a few questions.

Since the police were called and a police report filed, do we press charges or get our attorney involved? Or let the police handle everything for the time being. I wasn't at the scene, but I've been trying to contact the police department for more information. No response yet.

Also, Is this worth turning into insurance if it's minimal? It's probably less than $1000 worth of damage (Small Railing and some damage to the sidewalk). Or do we have to turn it in since the police were involved, etc. Our policy is with Foremost if that makes a difference, or if anyone has had good or bad experiences with them. Any help is appreciated. Thanks!

Tags: Pittsburgh, Police, Insurance

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