RICHMOND RCMP officers issued a total of 914 traffic tickets, including 835 violation tickets under the Motor Vehicle Act, in May.
Key statistics from May’s enforcement activities include:
- Driver license infractions: 150
- Impaired drug/alcohol infractions: 26
- Distracted driving: 96
- Speeding: 257
- Intersection and moving violations: 128
Richmond RCMP say these figures reflect their comprehensive strategy to address various high-risk driving behaviours that significantly contribute to collisions.
In May, police observed an increase in traffic collisions in the following areas, prompting additional enforcement:
- No. 4 Road and Steveston Highway
- Grant McConachie Way and Russ Baker Way
- Bridgeport Road and Great Canadian Way
- Bridgeport Road and Sea Island Way
The RCMP urge all drivers to exercise caution and adhere to traffic laws, exercising particular vigilance in these high-risk zones.
On May 28, the Road Safety Unit, in partnership with the Passenger Transportation Branch, conducted a Joint Forces Operation (JFO) targeting illegal ride-hailing operators. Officers used unlicensed ride hailing apps to book rides and identified several operators violating the Passenger Transportation Act.
Key outcomes from this operation include:
- Six drivers stopped, four of which were repeat offenders;
- $12,950 in fines issued, along with associated towing and inspection fees.
The Road Safety Unit (RSU) emphasized that such operations are critical in maintaining public safety by ensuring only licensed and background-checked operators provide ride-hailing services. The public is reminded that by using illegal ride-hailing companies there is no guarantee the drivers are licensed, insured or have completed a criminal record check. For a full list of approved ride-hailing companies, visit Passenger Transportation Registry: Approved Ride-Hail Companies.
Sgt. Eric Baskette of the Richmond RCMP Road Safety Unit says: “Our ongoing efforts to enhance road safety are a collaborative endeavour, involving various enforcement and educational strategies. May’s results demonstrate our commitment to reducing high-risk behaviours and ensuring safer roads for everyone in Richmond. We thank the community for their continued cooperation and support.”
