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Violence happens at dealerships. Some stores train to prepare

Tim Dahle Mazda Southtowne incident.
In December, Michael Murray drove a used Subaru Outback he bought from Tim Dahle Mazda Southtowne through the dealership's front doors after he demanded a refund. Murray was charged with felony criminal mischief and reckless endangerment. (X) (X)
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Paige Hodder
January 16, 2025 12:00 PM

Customers stream in and out of dealerships daily. Some come with appointments, but others do not.

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