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On February 2nd, 2023, the AbbyPD Traffic Enforcement Unit, along with our law enforcement partners from the Burnaby, Coquitlam, & Richmond RCMP traffic units, Delta, New Westminster, & Vancouver Police traffic units, as well with assistance from the Commercial Vehicle Safety & Enforcement Unit (CVSE) & the Passenger Transportation Board (PTB) conducted commercial vehicle inspections along the Sumas Way bypass during the hours of 9 am to 3 pm.
During this time, thirty-two commercial vehicle inspections were randomly completed. Out of those thirty-two inspections, eighty-eight violations were observed. Those ranged from minor to major defects. Nineteen commercial vehicles were taken out of service, with many towed from the roadway. Furthermore, thirty-two violation tickets were issued, totalling approx. $7,000 in fines.
Additionally, fifteen ride-hailing and taxis we’re inspected, resulting in four notice and orders being issued, two violation tickets handed out, as well one driver was arrested for driving while prohibited.
The most concerning inspection of the day was a dump truck operator stopped with five of his brakes significantly out of adjustment, along with his front steering tire noted to have the metal cords exposed through the rubber.
“Road safety continues to be a priority for the AbbyPD Traffic Enforcement Unit and Patrol Officers. Our officers continue to ensure that all vehicles travelling on Abbotsford roads are road-worthy and that drivers are licensed. Enforcement is underway targeting high collision locations and areas our citizens identified as a concern. Driving is a privilege, not a right, and with that comes much responsibility,” says Inspector Crystal Jack.
Sergeant Paul Walker
Abbotsford Police Media Relations Officer
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