During the past month, the Clearwater RCMP have attended three traffic hazards to do with tractor-trailers jack-knifed at the bottom of the Messiter Summit on Highway 5 near Blue River.
Police remind all truck drivers that, if conditions require it, you must chain up your truck as per the posted traffic control “Tire Chain” sign or be fined $121.
Snowplow versus logging truck
Clearwater Detachment received a report of a collision involving a snowplow and logging truck on Highway 24.
The plow truck was struck by an empty logging truck while the snow plow was turning around.
No injuries to either of the drivers were reported.
Use caution when driving near snowplow trucks on the highway and around town.
Marijuana seizure
Clearwater Traffic Services pulled over a vehicle speeding through town.
Investigation revealed the Alberta driver had 1-1/2 lb. of marijuana in his possession. The driver was arrested and charged with possession for the purpose of trafficking.
The driver had no previous criminal history and was released on a recognizance to attend court in Clearwater at a later date.
Fraud
Clearwater RCMP received a report of an investment fraud involving two different marketing companies from the United States of America.
One company promised clients that they could double their money and another company said that it could help consolidate credit card debt.
If it sounds too good to be true ... it is.
Residential fire
Clearwater RCMP were advised of a residential fire on Dutch Lake Road that occurred Friday, Feb. 21. No injuries were reported.
Clearwater Fire Department put the fire out safely. The residential fire is still under investigation.