South Bruce OPP report driver charged in crash; and remind snowmobilers of trail laws

CHARGE LAID IN THREE-VEHICLE CRASH

(KINCARDINE TWP, ON) – Dec. 12, at 5:47 p.m., the South Bruce OPP received the report of a three-vehicle crash on Highway 21 in Kincardine Township. 

Officers arrived to find that a white Ford F250, a grey Ford Edge and a white Pontiac Vibe were involved.
 
The driver of the Ford F250, 27-year-old Matthew OSINKOWSKI of Wilmot Township, was charged with fail to drive in marked lane.

The driver of the Pontiac Vibe received treatment at a local hospital for non-life-threatening injuries.

The South Bruce OPP is requesting anyone with information that can assist police to call 1-888-310-1122.  Should you wish to remain anonymous, call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or submit a secure web-tip at www.crimestoppersgb.ca, where you may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2,000.

*THIS CHARGE HAS YET TO BE PROVEN IN COURT*
 

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RULES OF THE TRAILS FOR SNOWMOBILERS

(SOUTHERN BRUCE COUNTY, ON) – Snow has finally arrived in Southern Bruce County, which means the snowmobile enthusiasts will be out riding. With this in mind, the South Bruce OPP is sending a reminder to snowmobile operators about some of the laws in the Motorized Snow Vehicle Act:
 

• Snowmobile drivers must carry their driver’s licence or snowmobile operator’s card when they ride. If your licence is under suspension, you can’t drive a snowmobile either.
• Licence, proof of registration, and proof of insurance must be produced to a police officer on demand, when operating a snowmobile.
• A snowmobile driver must stop for police when signalled.
• Speed limits must be obeyed. A snowmobile driver can be charged for speeding.
• A snowmobile must not be driven along the serviced portion of the roadway, except to cross at a right angle.  This includes the shoulder of the road.
• Impaired-driving laws apply to snowmobiles anywhere in Canada whether on private property or not. Don’t mix alcohol and snowmobiling. The South Bruce OPP and the Ontario Federation of Snowmobile Clubs (OFSC) have a zero tolerance for impaired operation.
• Snowmobiles must not be driven on private property without the owner’s permission; violators may be subject to a charge of Trespassing.
• A proper muffler, and an approved, properly-fit helmet, are required by law.
• Drivers of snowmobiles, directly or indirectly involved in a reportable collision, are required to call police as soon as possible.
• A trail permit is required to use approved snowmobile trails, when they are declared open for use.
• Dress appropriately and let someone know where you plan to ride and for how long.

In addition, snowmobile owners are encouraged to check out snowmobile b-laws with the municipality where they ride. Snowmobiling can be an enjoyable winter activity. Follow the rules, be respectful of others, and ride safely.