Sask. safety blitz catches hundreds of drivers speeding past emergency vehicles
Regina, Saskatchewan — November 11, 2015 — The province’s motorists aren’t getting the Move Over law message, according to a recent safety blitz conducted by RCMP. The Regina Leader Post reports 478 drivers were caught zipping past emergency vehicles—including police cruisers, fire trucks, ambulances and tow trucks—over one week in June and one week in October. […]
New Brunswick towing business engages, educates through Facebook
Miramichi, New Brunswick — November 11, 2015 — A Miramichi tow company has taken to social media to showcase what they do, and help educate motorists on road safety. CBC News reports Burke’s Towing, which services the region from Belledune to Bouctouche, started sharing photos of the company’s varied recoveries to its Facebook page last year, giving the […]
Firefighter sorry for criticizing tow operator killed by GO train
Brampton, Ontario — November 5, 2015 — A Brampton firefighter is apologizing for critical remarks made on Facebook following the death of a Mississauga tow operator struck by a GO train. The Toronto Sun reports Darren LaCroix, a fire captain with Brampton Fire and Emergency Services, has since deleted an October 30 post slamming the actions […]
GO train strikes truck, kills tow operator in Mississauga
Mississauga, Ontario — November 2, 2015 — A 54-year-old tow truck driver is dead after a GO train crashed into his truck in Mississauga late last week. CBC News reports Randy Muzzi was responding to a multi-vehicle collision at a rail crossing on Ninth Line north of Derry Road on October 30 at around 6:30 a.m. […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
