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By Fraser Valley Today Staff

Road Saftey

Richmond RCMP issue violation tickets for insecure load on Highway 91

May 10, 2024 | 9:42 AM

RICHMOND — The Richmond RCMP Road Safety Unit dealt with an unusual situation that involved a flat-deck truck transporting large trees along Highway 91 recently. During a routine patrol, an office spotted the vehicle and stopped it over concern of the load.

Images taken by RCMP during the April 27 traffic stop showed the limbs of the trees hanging off the flat-deck in a number of directions as well as hanging off the back of the vehicle and dragging on the road.

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The driver was written up for three alleged violations of the Motor Vehicle Act for a total of $535 in fines. The violations were Operating a Commercial or Business Vehicle without Proper Equipment or with Insecure Cargo (BC Motor Vehicle Act Regulations – $288), Load or Projection over 1.2 m in rear without red flag or cloth ( BC Motor Vehicle Act Regulations – $ 109), and Fail to Comply with Trip Inspection Requirements – (BC Motor Vehicle Act Regulations – $ 138).

In addition, points under the National Safety Code were attached to the company.

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In light of the incident, Richmond RCMP are urging all commercial vehicle operators to prioritize load security to enhance road safety for all users.