Ontario’s proposed towing and storage rules to bring big changes: tow operator
Windsor, Ontario — October 29, 2015 — There are only a few days left to submit feedback on the province’s proposed towing regulations—which could potentially hurt select businesses, according to a local tow truck driver. The government has been consulting with industry stakeholders since early 2015 to assist in the development of recommendations following changes initiated […]
West Shore RCMP ramp up Move Over law enforcement
West Shore, British Columbia — October 21, 2015 — RCMP are cracking down on motorists in violation of the province’s Move Over law this month in an effort to raise awareness of the live-saving legislation. Throughout October, West Shore RCMP are targeting enforcement of the law put in place to protect roadside workers—including police officers, firefighters, […]
Montreal police arrest tow truck arson suspect
Montreal, Quebec — October 15, 2015 — Police have apprehended a suspect in connection with a recent rash of tow truck fires in the Montreal area. CBC News reports 35-year-old Jonathan Raymond faces several charges and a potential psychological evaluation after allegedly torching four tow trucks between September 20 and 22. The incidents took place in […]
Tow truck driver helps apprehend armed Kitchener man
Kitchener, Ontario — October 14, 2015 — A Kitchener man who allegedly opened fired on a police officer with a pellet gun is now in custody, thanks to the quick actions of a tow truck driver. CBC News reports an armed 29-year-old man was arrested during the evening rush-hour on October 13 when a nearby tow […]
Alberta drivers aren’t getting Move Over law message: tow operator
Calgary, Alberta — October 12, 2015 — Motorists in Alberta rarely abide by the province’s Move Over law, according to a local tow truck driver. City Wide Towing’s Jeff Hribnack and Global News recently teamed up to test Calgary motorists, using their vehicles to stage a highway roadside recovery. Hribdnack and Global News reporter Stefan Keyes […]
NL police remind motorists of road safety rules
Deer Lake, Newfoundland and Labrador — October 12, 2015 — A Paradise man’s dangerous actions have prompted police to urge drivers to abide by the province’s Move Over law. The Western Star reports a man driving a 2004 Dodge Viper is facing numerous charges after fleeing from the RCMP on the Trans-Canada Highway just east of […]
Kingston police investigate attempted tow lot robbery
Kingston, Ontario — October 8, 2015 — Police are calling on the public for information following a suspected break and enter at a Kingston towing impound lot. The Kingston Whig-Standard reports authorities were called to Jack’s Towing Service after the company’s pad-lock was cut and the impound was entered overnight on Sunday, October 4. Police visited […]
Calgary tow operator injured on highway
Calgary, Alberta — October 8, 2015 — A tow truck driver was left with serious injuries after he was struck on Calgary’s Deerfoot Trail N.E. earlier this week. Metro News reports the operator was recovering a vehicle in the far left lane near the 16 Avenue N.E turnoff on October 5 at around 7:30 p.m. when he was […]
Chihuahua helps make up Quebec tow team
Dorval, Quebec — October 8, 2015 — To Dorval-based tow truck driver Marco Trujillo, his chihuahua is more than a pet, he’s also his colleague. Global News reports the Remorquage 514 Towing operator has been bringing seven-year-old Nacho to work for the past six years. He says he started routinely bringing his dog on calls after he realized […]
Tow operator injured in Highway 417 hit and run
Ottawa, Ontario — October 5, 2015 — Ottawa police are on the lookout for a suspect vehicle after a tow truck driver was struck on Highway 417 late last week. The Ottawa Citizen reports a tow operator was working roadside on the Queensway near Parkdale Avenue at about 8 p.m. on October 1 when he was […]
