Dump truck found with bald tire during commercial vehicle inspection in Fraser Valley

ABBOTSFORD — Abbotsford police have released the results of a disturbing commercial vehicle check that operated on last week in the region.

Over a six-hour period, law enforcement officials inspected 32 commercial vehicles. They discovered 88 violations that led to 19 commercial vehicles being taken off the road. The violations ranged from minor to major defects. A total of seven thousand dollars in fines was issued over the day.

Police say the most concerning inspection was of a dump truck found with five of its brakes significantly out of adjustment, and a front tire that had the metal cords exposed through the rubber.

“Road safety continues to be a priority for the AbbyPD Traffic Enforcement Unit and patrol officers,” said Inspector Crystal Jack of the Abbotsford Police. “Our officers continue to ensure that all vehicles travelling on Abbotsford roads are road-worthy and that drivers are licensed.”