§ 6-475. Officer in charge and authority to tow.

When one (1) or more vehicles have been involved in a collision whether with another motor vehicle or with an object and such collision warrants a response by the Gulfport Police Department, the Gulfport police officer in charge of the scene shall have the ultimate authority to direct all activities concerning the removal of vehicles and any cleanup activities, including requesting the towing of a vehicle. No wrecker company shall be allowed to clean up, load, unload, or otherwise handle the cargo or contents of any wrecked or disabled vehicle beyond that which is necessary to properly tow the vehicle and clean the street or highway of debris as necessary without the express consent of the police officer in charge of the scene and the owner of the vehicle.

(Ord. No. 2276, § 2, 4-18-01)