Although the weather has been strangely warmer lately, Clearwater RCMP continue to receive motor vehicle incident files. The constant thaw has led to very icy roadways during the evenings.
On Tuesday, Feb. 3, Clearwater RCMP received such a file on Highway 5 near Otter Creek. A tractor trailer unit had lost its cargo after hitting snow on the shoulder of the road.
Police remind the public to adjust your speed for the conditions of the roadway and to be mindful of the icy winter season when driving late at night.
Seeking assistance
On Feb. 3, Clearwater RCMP received a report of a disturbed male seeking assistance along Highway 5 in Vavenby.
Police attended, along with paramedics. Local friends attended as well and were able to calm the male down.
Police escorted the male to Dr. Helmcken Memorial Hospital where he was assessed by a doctor.
Impaired driver
On Feb. 6, Clearwater RCMP were advised of a motor vehicle incident near Birch Island with unknown injuries.
Police and paramedics attended the scene and located a female behind the wheel.
Police noted the odor of liquor coming from the vehicle and the driver admitted to consuming alcohol. Police demanded a breath sample from driver.
The driver provided a sample that resulted in a “Fail” reading. The driver’s vehicle was towed for 30 days, and the driver was placed on a 90 day prohibition.