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That sounded pretty nerve-racking...
The "you match the description of the perp" line doesn't mean much...the initial descriptions of perpetrators are usually incredibly vague and general (Male, 5'6 to 5"10, wearing jeans...gee that sounds like half the people in the neighborhood)
Just for anyone who doesn't know, op consented to several things he was well within his right to refuse:
1) Search of the vehicle (besides things in plain view)
2) Search of your person (besides a quick pat down of outer clothing to make sure you weren't armed)
3) Staying at the scene for more than 20 or so minutes after you have identified yourself and had your car inspected. This could go beyond what is allowed during a "terry stop." An officer must either take you into custody or allow you to leave after a reasonable amount of time once you have been identified and questioned.
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