BCHP-CRD-IRSU traffic enforcement at local event results in sanctions for multiple Motor Vehicle Act infractions.

Island District, BC Highway Patrol

2023-08-09 14:14 PDT

On the evening of August 4, 2023, Officers with BC Highway Patrol – Capital Regional District – Integrated Road Safety Unit (BCHP-CRD-IRSU) conducted traffic enforcement operations in Langford, BC, which was the scene of a local social media group gathering of attendees and their vehicles. The enforcement operations resulted in:

8 tickets for illegal vehicle defects;
20 tickets for speeding;
4 tickets with vehicle impoundments for excessive speeding;
1 Immediate Roadside Prohibition for 90 Days as a result of impaired driving.

One such vehicle (pictured) was impounded after the officer established that the vehicle was traveling at a speed of 143 km/h in a posted 90 km/h zone.

Police laser reading displaying a vehicle speed of 143 km/h

Staff Sergeant Adam Tallboy, Acting OIC of BC Highway Patrol on Vancouver Island said, It was encouraging to see that the vast majority of attendees were law-abiding vehicle enthusiasts, however there were a small minority that were engaged in behaviour that posed a danger to themselves as well as other road users. BC Highway Patrol continues to target high-risk driving behaviour so all road users can enjoy their social gatherings safely.

Side view of marked police Integrated Road Safety Unit behind grey sports car on highway shoulder

Motorists can expect to see ongoing traffic enforcement by BC Highway Patrol and partner law enforcement agencies targeting high-risk driving behaviours through the month of August and beyond.

BC Highway Patrol