Close Call in Detroit: Toddler Left in Repossessed Vehicle, Safely Returned

Window Tinting a Major Factor

Detroit, MI- March 27, 2026 – Every year it happens and every year agents are warned. But even with the best practices, errors are made. Fortunately, this one was resolved quickly.

An unnamed mother was inside a home in the 2400 block of Fullerton on Friday, March 27^th when her car was repossessed. Inside her car, her 2-year-old child. For how long is unknown.

According to the unnamed agent who is employed by Bulldog recovery, he did it by the book. He checked the VIN, he looked in the back like he was supposed to. But the tinted windows made visibility almost impossible. Unaware of what or who was inside, he completed the recovery and went on his way.

Soon after, he received a call that probably made him nauseous.

The mother, rightfully panicked, called the police. Police managed to contact the repossessor and he immediately turned around and reunited the child with his mother.

According to the Detroit PD, no charges are being sought against the agent.

Speaking on behalf of Bulldog Recovery was a company friend and well-known repossession industry veteran and expert, Jenny Liagre, Past President of the Michigan Association of Repossession Agencies (MARA) and owner of Rockwood Recovery Inc. who spoke to WXYZ Detroit News.

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While all turned out well, this incident illustrates that regardless of following the safest of procedures, there are always variables working against agents in the field.

Source: WXYZ