During the week of May 24 – May 24, 2015 there were 102 calls for service. There were eleven motor vehicle collisions; five were related to wild animals.
There were three domestic dispute calls for service during the week of May 18 – May 24, 2015. One charge was laid.
THEFT
(Brudenell, Lyndoch Raglan Township, ON) On Monday, May 18, 2015 Provincial Constable Chris Miller responded to a report of a theft in Palmer Rapids. The weekend of May 16-18, 2015 is a paddling festival with numerous people in attendance. Sometime during the evening of May 17 and the morning of May 18, 2015 unknown parties removed the following items;
-Red Occoee solo canoe
– 2010 Jackson Monstar red kayak
– Jackson 2FUN kayak, lime green
– Dagger taper tandem canoe
As well paddles and other equipment were stolen. If anyone has information contact the Killaloe OPP or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477.
THEFT
(South Algonquin Township, ON) Provincial Constable Jeff MacLeod is investigating the theft of various street signs from Nipissing Road and Hardtrack trail. The theft occurred sometime between the evening of Thursday, May 22, 2015 and Friday, May 22, 2015. If anyone has information contact the Killaloe OPP or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477.
CHARGES LAID IN THEFT FROM DUMP
(Bonnechere Valley Township, ON) On Saturday, May 23, 2015 Provincial Constable Lindsay Moore and Provincial Constable Corey Briscoe were patrolling on Ruby Road. Officers had occasion to check the dump located on Ruby Road. Further investigation led to Derick MARQUARDT, 55 years of age of Pikwakanagan, ON is charged with
– Theft Under $5000 contrary to section 334(b) of the Criminal Code of Canada.
– Break, Enter a Place to commit an indictable offence contrary to section 348(1)(b) of the Criminal Code of Canada.
MARQUARDT is scheduled to appear in Killaloe Court on July 15, 2015.
ATV SAFETY
(Smith Falls, ON.) – The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), East Region continue to be concerned with the injuries and deaths related to All Terrain Vehicle (ATV) usage and people failing to obey the laws concerning their use on Highways. So far this year, a 25-year-old woman and a 17-year-old boy have been killed in Off-Road Vehicle collisions. There have been personal injury collisions involving drivers and passengers ranging from 10 to 22 years of age.
OPP officers, patrolling in Bancroft and Napanee over the past weekend, stopped 15-year-olds operating ATV’s on the highway, teen driver’s not wearing helmets and 3 people riding on an ATV which included a 4-year old passenger wearing a bike helmet not approved for ATV use. Please use approved helmets at all times while operating ATV’s.
Recent crashes prove that off-road vehicles can be extremely dangerous if not used in a safe and responsible manner.
Some of the other rules that apply to ATVs operated on approved roads:
· Approved helmets must be worn and securely fastened.
· The ATV is designed for the driver only and PASSENGERS ARE NOT allowed on roads.
· If operating on an approved roadway:
§ Roadway speed limit is 50 KM/Hr or less – The speed limit for ATV’s is 20 KM/Hr
§ Roadway speed limit is over 50 KM/HR – The speed limit for ATV’s is 50 KM/Hr
· Head lights and tail lights must be on at all times.
· The operator must follow all the rules of the road, such as signaling all movements
· Brake lights are required on all ATVs manufactured after 1998
· ATV’s must have 4 wheels and steering handle bars.
· ATV’s can only be operated on the shoulder of approved roads and may only use the traveled portion of the road if the shoulder is not there or obstructed.
· An Off-Road Vehicle licence plate must be displayed and not obstructed on the rear of the ATV
· A driver’s minimum G2 or M2 drivers licence is required to operate on an approved roadway.
· There are many more rules that A.T.V.s must obey on roadways and they can be found on the internet under ; www.e-laws.gov.on.ca Look under the Highway Traffic Act, Ontario Regulation 316/03 and the Off Road Vehicles Act for full details.
OFF-ROAD VEHICLE SAFETY
Off-road vehicles (ORV) include: ATVs, Dirt Bikes, Argos, Rhinos, Gators, Mules, and all similar vehicles)
Always wear an approved helmet and make sure it is securely fastened.
Never operate an ORV while intoxicated by alcohol or drugs.
Read the instruction manual and follow manufacturer’s recommendations, i.e. Obey warning labels and stickers on the ATV
One person ORV’s are not designed for passengers and it is dangerous to operate a one person ORV with a passenger.
ORV head lights are generally not as bright as car lights and operators should not over drive their head lights at night.
Speed should be adjusted to varying terrain conditions
Check with the local municipal office or police to ensure what roads are approved. Generally Off-Road Vehicles are prohibited on maintained roads unless the Province or Municipality has passed a by-law approving the use of ATVs on specific roads. It is the responsibility of the operators to find out which roads are approved.
Make sure you’re Off Road Vehicle is registered, plated and insured.