BC's Justice Minister says 14 drivers given roadside driving bans after faulty readings by breathalyzers will be cleared. Shirley Bond says the files have been reviewed by the office of the Superintendent of Motor Vehicles. She says each file is being looked at to determine what else may need to be done, including reimbursement. "This … [Read more...]
Faulty breathalyzers in Port Moody
January 31, 2013 by
Port Moody Police say faulty breathalyzers were used in 2011. On its website the police department says the results of a independent investigation have determined faulty breathalyzers were used in 14 out of 174 roadside tests administered that year. The police department requested the investigation out of concern some of the roadside … [Read more...]
Faulty boiler blamed for gas leak that sickened 50 in Kamloops
May 6, 2012 by
A faulty boiler is to blame for a carbon monoxide leak at a Kamloops arena Saturday that sent 50 people to hospital. The arena had to be evacuated because the gas levels were so high – about 170 parts per million. Interior health officials say people showed up into this morning complaining of headaches, nausea and confusion. Fortis BC crews … [Read more...]
