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A resident of Iowa City, who has been living just outside of University Heights for about 15 years, has recently voiced concerns about what she perceives as harassment by the local police department. She claims to have been tailed closely by a gray Heights PD Dodge SUV on two separate occasions within a week. The resident, a woman in her early 40s, asserts that she was not violating any traffic rules during either incident and feels targeted without any valid reason. She raises questions about the conduct of the Heights PD and wonders if residents are no longer allowed to drive adjacent to the city without facing undue scrutiny.
Answers from Social Media
The incident has sparked a discussion on social media, with some users comparing University Heights in Iowa City to Miami Gardens or Paradise Valley. Some drivers shared their own experiences, stating that they always ensure to maintain the speed limit when driving through the area to avoid any traffic violations. Others expressed their anxiety when a police officer is behind them, making sure to adhere strictly to the speed limit and drive safely…