Montana woman battles $10k towing bill for damaged car

A woman in Montana, Joanie Bulls In Sight, is facing a frustrating situation with a towing company. After a car accident on February 19, Anderson Towing was called to tow her vehicle. However, the company damaged her car during the process. Weeks later, Bulls In Sight received a bill totaling nearly $10,000, which included $5,185 in storage fees. She has not been able to retrieve her car and says the towing company is ignoring her attempts to contact them. This situation is not unique for Anderson Towing. The company has faced scrutiny before and was recently removed from the Montana Highway Patrol's towing list for charging excessive fees in another case. They have also appealed a suspension set to end soon. Bulls In Sight has filed a complaint with the Montana Office of Consumer Protection, hoping to resolve her issues. Officials note that many complaints are resolved without needing a lawyer, but the process may take time. In light of these events, industry leaders are calling for stricter regulations to prevent overcharging by towing companies.