Woodstock Police Force and provincial partners issue charges and warnings during a joint public safety initiative
The Woodstock police issued several charges and warnings during a recent traffic safety initiative in the town.
In a media release, Woodstock Police Force Chief Mark Bennett explained that his officers, in partnership with Provincial Motor Vehicle inspectors and members of the Department of Justice and Public Safety’s Highway Safety Division, had conducted the traffic initiative in the Woodstock area.
“This proactive road check aimed to identify vehicles that posed potential safety risks and educate the public on safe driving practices,” the force said in its press release.
During the operation, officers inspected a total of 28 vehicles. The police said the results highlight the importance of regular vehicle maintenance and adherence to safety regulations.
The release listed several charges laid by officers. ·
— 5 charges for expired Motor Vehicle Inspection (MVI) stickers
— 1 charge for an expired driver’s license
— 4 charges for operating an unsafe vehicle
— 1 charge for using a cell phone or electronic device while driving
— 2 charges for operating an ATV without a helmet
— 1 charge for improper tire condition
·— 2 charges for unregistered vehicles
— 15 vehicle orders to repair minor issues (warnings)
As a result of the inspection, police had nine vehicles towed from the scene due to significant safety concerns.
“The JPS Highway Safety and Enforcement Unit and the Woodstock Police Force are dedicated to public safety and remain committed to collaborating with provincial partners to enforce traffic safety,” the police stated in the media release.
