Lambton OPP officials allege: On August 20, 2024, at approximately 10:17 a.m., the Lambton County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a report of a commercial motor vehicle (CMV) requesting a tow on Petrolia Line, west of Forest Road, Enniskillen Township.
Upon arrival, officers spoke to the driver.
The driver informed police that they had been attempting to complete a U-turn when they inadvertently backed into the ditch, subsequently becoming stuck.
During the investigation, Lambton County OPP officers reviewed the driver’s electronic logs and identified several violations.
As a result of the investigation, a 37-year-old of London, has been charged under the Highway Traffic Act (HTA) with the following offences:
– Unsafe move – lane or shoulder
– Drive after 16 hours since last break without 8 hours off (two counts)
The Lambton County OPP would like to remind all CMV operators of the importance of adhering to the regulations surrounding electronic logs. Accurate log-keeping is crucial for ensuring compliance with hours-of-service regulations, which are designed to prevent fatigue-related incidents on the road. Violations can result in significant penalties and pose serious safety risks to all road users. Traffic Safety is Everyone’s Responsibility.
If you wish to report unsafe driving or other traffic related incidents, please contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122.
