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No fines handed out at first B.C. COVID-19 roadblock as checks move across province
BY , May 7, 2021 9:36 PM - REPORT AN ERROR
The Mounties in British Columbia say no cars were forced to turn around at a roadblock in place to ensure residents abide by travel restrictions due to COVID-19 as enforcement spreads over the weekend. (Photo - BC RCMP/Twitter)
The Mounties in British Columbia say no cars were forced to turn around at a roadblock in place to ensure residents abide by travel restrictions due to COVID-19 as enforcement spreads over the weekend.
Cpl. Chris Manseau says 127 vehicles were stopped at a roadblock in the Manning Park area with no fines handed out.
Manseau says there are clear indications of an upcoming roadblock so drivers are well aware they are approaching one.
The RCMP say three other roadblocks will be set up over the weekend on Highway 1 in the Boston Bar area, Highway 5 in the Old Toll Booth area, and at Highway 99 in the Lillooet area.
Drivers will be asked for identification, documentation regarding their name and address, as well as the purpose for their travel.
Motorists breaking travel rules can be fined $230 for failing to follow instructions at a road check or $575 if the reason for travel violates the essential travel health order.
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