Thursday, July 24, 2008

TIRE AND RIMS STOLEN FROM VEHICLE

(Elliot Lake, Ont.) On July 23, 2008 police attended the Oakland Plaza regarding a complaint of a possible theft.

On scene police learned that a 1995 Chevrolet 1 ton truck had been stored behind the plaza when unknown person(s) raised the passenger side of the vehicle and removed both tires and rims. The theft allegedly occurred sometime between the 18th and 20th of July 2008.

Anyone with information regarding the above theft is asked to call the
OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477.

Investigation continuing.

MAKE SURE BEFORE YOU DRIVE ON ROADWAYS

(Elliot Lake, Ont.) On July 23, 2008 while on general patrol an officer with the East Algoma OPP observed an Off Road Vehicle traveling on Mountain Road in the City of Elliot Lake.

Police stopped the vehicle and the driver, a 46-year-old male was charged under the Highway Traffic Act with the following:

Unlawfully drive Off Road Vehicle on Highway
Off Road Vehicle – no rear stop lamp
Off Road Vehicle – reflectors missing

The OPP would like to remind everyone that the only permitted Off Road Vehicle that can operate on roadways are ATV’s. The definition of an ATV is as follows:
• Has four wheels, the tires of which are all in contact with the ground
• Has steering handlebars
• Has a seat that is designated to be straddled by the driver
• Is designated to carry a driver ONLY and NO passengers

JOINT WATERWAY PATROLS YIELD NUMEROUS INFRACTIONS

(Sault Ste. Marie, ON) Over the past five days, joint patrols have been conducted with the OPP Marine Unit and Ministry of Natural Resources on the St. Mary’s River, Batchewana Bay and Haviland Bay area.

One 12 hour suspension has been issued to a boat operator.

4 charges have been laid under the Liquor License Act of Ontario for having open liquor.

3 Small vessel charges for not having life jackets on board were issued.

14 Small vessel warning were issued.

1 charge was laid under the Fisheries Act.

14 warning were given under the Fisheries Act.

The OPP would like to remind the public that July 19th – July 27th is National Drowning Prevention Week and urges everyone to be “Water Smart” when in, on or near bodies of water this summer.

1. Always wear a lifejacket – Don’t just have one – wear one both on deck and while the vessel is underway.

2. Boat sober and ride sober – Remember that even one drink can dull your senses, slow your reaction time, and impair your judgement.

3. Get the Pleasure Craft Operators Card (PCOC) by September 2009 to help you know the boating “rules of the road”, how to respond in a boating emergency and how to operate your pleasure craft safely.

4. Ensure that you have the following items in your boat, it’s now the law:
a) One approved lifejacket or one approved personal flotation device (PFD) of the appropriate size for each person on board.
b) One manual propelling device or one anchor with at least 15 meters of rope or chain (approx. 50 feet). This replaces the requirement to carry two oars or two paddles.
c) One bailer or one manual pump with sufficient hose to pump water from the bilge over the side of the vessel.
d) Navigation lights must meet applicable standards if the pleasure craft is to be operated after sunset or before sunrise or in periods of restricted visibility.
e) A sound signaling device (can be a pealess whistle) or a sound signaling appliance.
f) One Class 5BC fire extinguisher, it the vessel is equipped with a fuel-burning cooking, heating, refrigerating appliance or a fixed fuel tank of any size. The fire extinguisher must now be rated for both “B” (combustible liquids) and “C” (electrical) fires.
g) A buoyant heaving line that is at least 15 m long (approx. 50ft).
5. Be aware of weather changes and the risks associated with cold water. Make sure you inform someone of your destination and expected time of return.

6. Drive powerboats responsibly. Look before you act, stay low, drive at moderate speeds, and use proper lights after dark.