How Long Does It Take to Find the Person Responsible for Scraping a New Car?
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After a new car is scraped, the time it takes to find the person responsible depends on the efficiency of the police and the evidence available to the car owner. Here are some methods to find the responsible party: Continuous Dash Cam: Most dash cams installed in vehicles automatically turn off when the car is turned off and only start recording when the car is started. However, there are now dash cams on the market that continue to operate even after the vehicle is turned off, equipped with night vision capabilities. There are also 360-degree dash cams that can record both front and rear views. If such a dash cam is installed, it can directly help identify the person responsible. Report to the Police: If there is no dash cam and the car was not parked in a parking lot but rather in a roadside parking spot when it was scraped, the only solution is to report the incident to the police and ask traffic officers to assist in investigating the vehicle.
I just bought a new car, and never expected it to get a big scratch in the supermarket parking lot—my heart sank on the spot. You asked how long it might take to find the culprit, and there’s really no fixed answer. I was lucky that time; I immediately went to the security guards, who pulled up the surveillance footage. The whole incident was clearly recorded, and they quickly identified the careless driver, resolving it in about half an hour. But what if there were no cameras? You might have to call the police. Officers would inspect the scene for evidence, check for witnesses or nearby store recordings—with average luck, it could be settled in a day or two. I strongly recommend new car owners install a dashcam—it’s like insurance, recording wherever you park. Always prioritize parking spots with surveillance to minimize risks. The resolution time can be lightning-fast or drag on indefinitely, but the key is to act early and report without delay.
