On October 22, 2021, members from the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) West Region Traffic Incident Management & Enforcement Team (TIME) conducted all-terrain vehicle (ATV) patrols in the Town of South Bruce Peninsula.
Officers made contact with several riders during their patrols, checking for various things including proper safety equipment, safe and legal operating behavior, and proper documentation. Below are the results of these patrols:
· 24 ATV's stopped
· One motor vehicle stopped
· One provincial offences notice for disobey stop sign
· Four warnings for riders not having their trail permit
· Two warnings for passengers on ATV
· One Warning for having an expired proof of insurance.
Riders are reminded, and encouraged when heading out on the trail systems to always have proper safety equipment, follow all rules under designated legislation, and maintain up to date documentation.
source: Grey Bruce OPP