Why is my location info on google+ correct in one state, but wrong in another?
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One search was performed from Oklahoma, and one from California where the business is located. The Google maps data is wrong in CA, but correct in OK. The wrong info is the old business name that closed two years ago. I've written Google twice asking them to remove it from Google Maps, but they write back and say no.
Thanks for any input, I appreciate it.
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Thanks,
I have reported the business location closed, so I'll try again and see what happens.
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I know this sounds obvious, but have you tried the 'Report a Problem' link? Reporting the location as closed should get them to take another look at it. In my experience, you have to be persistent with the front line of the Google Local team.
Like, 'for the eighth time' persistent. : ) Eventually the answer changes.
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