Hundreds of people in Detroit faced long waits and heavy police presence at an IRS office to verify their identities and resolve delayed tax refunds.
Chaotic IRS Office Saturday in Detroit – Hundreds Wait in Long Lines to Verify Identities and Claim Delayed Tax Refunds
According to the published article in Detroit Free Press, a recent Saturday at the IRS office in downtown Detroit was chaotic, with hundreds of people standing in long lines to verify their identities. Many arrived early, some even the night before, hoping to get help with their tax refunds. The event had a heavy police presence because of the large, anxious crowd.
By 9 a.m., the line stretched down Michigan Avenue, with some people waiting since 3 a.m. IRS and Homeland Security officers were there to manage the crowd. Most people needed to verify their identities to get their tax refunds, which had been delayed due to identity theft and bad tax advice. The IRS helped about 500 people before cutting off the line, leaving many disappointed.
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1,000+ Detroit Residents Brave Long Lines: Frustration at IRS Office – 500 Receive Service, Many Left Disappointed (PHOTO: YouTube)
Long Waits and Follow-Up Appointments Highlight Ongoing Frustrations with IRS Tax Refund Process
Furthermore, people like Charlene Smith and the Cheese couple, who never had problems before, faced long waits. Some, like Lori Young and her granddaughter, eventually got help after hours of waiting. Others, like Homer Cheese, were given follow-up appointments, showing the ongoing frustrations people face with their tax refunds.
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