The code 11-99 call toward the end refers to "Officer needs help / Emergency."
The main office of William Mellenthin, Inc. appears in three different scenes. Mr. Mellenthin (1896-1979) was a builder generally active in the Los Angeles area. He is reported to have built more than 3,000 homes. His ranch-style homes were noted for their built-in birdhouse treatments.
The first stolen taxi the suspects are driving, is a two-tone 1953 Plymouth Cambridge 4 door Sedan. The suspect's personal vehicle is a light colored 1957 Mercury Montclair Convertible. The Red Bird Taxi Jerry's driving, is a black 1957 Plymouth Plaza 4 door Sedan.