Toddler Found Safe After Being Accidentally Towed in Repossessed Car

The child was reunited with their mother after the repo driver was notified of the situation.

Mar. 28, 2026 at 2:33am

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A 2-year-old child was accidentally towed inside a repossessed car in Detroit on Friday. The repo driver from Bulldog Recovery was unaware the child was in the vehicle, as the windows were heavily tinted. Once notified, the driver immediately turned around and returned the child to their mother.

Why it matters

This incident highlights the risks and challenges repo agents face when repossessing vehicles, especially when there may be unseen occupants. It also raises concerns about child safety and the need for improved protocols to prevent such accidental towing incidents.

The details

According to the owner of Rockwood Recovery and past president of the Michigan Association of Repossession Agencies, the repo driver followed standard protocol by checking the VIN and interior of the vehicle. However, the dark tinted windows prevented him from seeing the sleeping child covered by a blanket. Once notified, the driver immediately turned around and returned the child to their mother.

  • The incident occurred on Friday, March 28, 2026.
  • Earlier this month, a 13-month-old child was found alive inside a locked car at an impound lot in Eastpointe nearly two days after the car was towed from a Harper Woods street.

The players

Bulldog Recovery

The repo company that towed the vehicle with the toddler inside.

Jenny Liagre

The owner of Rockwood Recovery in Roseville and the past president of the Michigan Association of Repossession Agencies, who spoke to the driver involved in the incident.

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What they’re saying

“He did his due diligence. He did exactly what he was trained to do. He followed protocol to a T.”

— Jenny Liagre, Owner, Rockwood Recovery

“He is a seasoned vet. He knows what he's doing. He did everything he was supposed to do.”

— Jenny Liagre, Owner, Rockwood Recovery

“If those windows weren't as dark as they were, he would've noticed that there was a child in that vehicle.”

— Jenny Liagre, Owner, Rockwood Recovery

“He said he pulled over about four or five different times just to make sure the kid was OK and luckily, the child was sleep for the entire ride.”

— Jenny Liagre, Owner, Rockwood Recovery

What’s next

Authorities will likely review the incident and consider ways to improve protocols for repo agents to better identify and handle situations where children may be present in repossessed vehicles.

The takeaway

This case highlights the need for greater awareness and safety measures in the repossession industry to prevent accidental towing of children. It also underscores the challenges repo agents face in ensuring the well-being of all parties involved during the repossession process.