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Dozens of Cars Towed in Hollywood During Oscars Security Sweep

Residents say confusing signs left them unaware of expanded restrictions within a mile of the Dolby Theatre.

Overview

  • Tow trucks cleared blocks including Wilcox Avenue and Vine Street on Sunday morning, emptying streets up to about a mile from the venue.
  • Drivers reported paying hundreds to retrieve vehicles, with FOX 11 citing a $409 fee while a posted rate board listed a $220 tow plus a $115 city release fee and daily storage.
  • LADOT said temporary no‑parking signs were posted at least 48 hours in advance and that event permittees are primarily responsible for notifying neighbors.
  • LAPD described layered security perimeters and traffic management plans across Hollywood for the awards, and Hollywood Tow said the City decides which vehicles are impounded.
  • Motorists were directed to LADOT’s adjudication process to contest impounds, and a councilmember’s office said it is reviewing the incidents.