Sarnia Police Service officials allege: At approximately 7:30 a.m. on June 24, 2025, the Sarnia Police Service – Traffic Services Unit (TSU) stopped two oversized transport trucks travelling on Exmouth Street near Parker Street, in the City of Sarnia.
The subsequent investigation determined that the vehicles were operating within the City without the required permits and were off the designated heavy truck route.
Due to their oversized dimensions, the loads also required a police escort to ensure public safety while moving through city streets, an escort that had not been arranged.
The trucks were temporarily halted, and the company responsible was instructed to obtain the necessary City permits and arrange a police escort before proceeding.
Proper permits were later acquired, the vehicles were escorted out of the City, and the affected roadway was fully reopened.
As a result of the investigation, a total of 20 Provincial Offence Act notices were issued to both drivers and the trucking company. The charges include:
Disobey sign – Section 182(2) HTA – $110.00
Operating a heavy truck in a restricted area – Section 24(a) City of Sarnia Bylaw – $490.00
Failure to produce permit – Section 110(6) HTA – $390.00
Operating an overlength vehicle – Section 109(6) HTA – $390.00
Operating an overwidth vehicle – Section 109(2) HTA – $390.00
The Sarnia Police Service – Traffic Services Unit remains committed to promoting road safety through ongoing education and enforcement initiatives.
