The company's owner told Action News they sometimes move cars themselves to avoid calling the PPA to tow vehicles out of their way.
Frustrated Philadelphia citizens have long complained about lost vehicles to being bombarded with parking fines after being relocated to a metered spot.
Invoices obtained by the investigative team show Capital Towing overcharged a vehicle owner by more than $500.
Pennsylvania Attorney General Josh Shapiro said on Friday his office has filed lawsuits against multiple towing companies in Philadelphia.
Attorney General Josh Shapiro wants George Smith Towing shut down for allegedly ripping off Philadelphia customers.
District Attorney Larry Krasner has announced charges in connection with an 18-month grand jury investigation into illegal activity by Philadelphia tow truck operators.