Halton police issue Oakville tow trucks $5,415 in tickets in one day
Published December 1, 2022 at 1:06 pm
A day of safety inspections on Oakville tow trucks revealed what Halton Regional Police say were some “stunning results.”
A total of 20 roadside tickets, worth $5,415, were issued on Wednesday as local officers conducted a day of Tow Truck Traffic Enforcement.
“These numbers highlight why commercial motor vehicle enforcement is so vital to keeping our roads safe,” Halton Regional Police tweeted out Thursday.
Impromptu tow truck enforcement today with @CstTaraso9345 (2DRT). 3 tow trucks inspected, 3 OOS, 2 Sets of plates seized. Defects included: suspended CVOR, insecure load, improper means of attachment, no signals/brake lights, defective tire(bulge) & tinted windows^DB #knowyourtow pic.twitter.com/Btk1R57d5I
— HRPS CMV Safety (@HRPSCMV) November 30, 2022
During the enforcement, Halton police also inspected three trucks resulting in them being placed out of service.
As well, two sets of Ontario plates were seized, while one Town Towing plate was also seized.
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