On October 24th, 100 Mile RCMP received a report of an erratic driver on Highway 97 at Lac la Hache.
A vehicle description and plate were provided. The vehicle was located and stopped in 100 Mile House.
The male displayed symptoms of liquor consumption. An approved screening device was administered at the scene.
The result was a “fail.”
A second test was administered and the result was also a “fail.” The driver was issued a 90 day immediate roadside
driving prohibition. His vehicle was towed and impounded for 30 days.
On October 29th, Police and emergency crews responded to a single vehicle collision on Highway 97 near Lac la Hache.
The male driver of a Chevrolet pick-up swerved to avoid a deer. This resulted in the vehicle going into the ditch and
rolling. The driver was taken from the scene by ambulance for treatment of minor injuries. The vehicle was towed from
the scene.
CRIME STOPPERS TIPS OF THE WEEK
Sometime between October 25th and October 26th a Hilti cordless hammer drill was stolen from the construction site at
the Cariboo Mall in 100 Mile House. The value of loss is estimated at $1500.00.
If you have any information on this or any other crimes in the 100 Mile House area, call 1-800222-TIPS
(8477). You can also contact www.bccrimestoppers.com. Your identity will remain
unknown. Should your information lead to the arrest of the responsible party Crime Stoppers
will pay cash for the TIP.
100 Mile RCMP are reminding the motoring public to be prepared for winter driving conditions.
Sgt. Don McLean / Operations NCO / 100 Mile House Detachment
