Checkstop held at Burmis Scales

Checkstop at the Burmis Weigh Scales
Photo courtesy Cst. Sokoloski

Toni Lucas, Crowsnest Voice

Over 160 check-stops were planned throughout the Province of Alberta on Saturday, December 7, one of the coldest days to date this year throughout the province. This initiative involved all law enforcement across Alberta.




For the Pincher Creek and Crowsnest Pass areas a check-stop was held at the Burmis Weigh Scales on Highway 3. This was a combined effort that on behalf of RCMP, Conservation Officers, and Inspection Services.

"It's an awareness thing," said Constable Doug Sokoloski. "This is a huge public relations initiative." With Christmas approaching all law enforcement would like to remind the public that drinking and driving is illegal and it is being enforced.

The officers involved were checking for impaired drivers, checking lights, and making sure windshields were intact. They checked for proper documentation including drivers licence, registration and insurance. Conservation officers checked with hunters, and Inspection Services checked large vehicles to make sure that they were safe for the road.

"Throughout the holiday season we will be holding check-stops at various random locations," said Sokoloski. The purpose is to deter people from driving impaired, make sure vehicles are roadworthy and ensure a safer holiday season for everyone.