Police issue warning after string of off-road vehicle crashes near Fort McMurray
Fort McMurray police are urging caution after a third off-highway vehicle collision in less than a week occurred early on June 26.
Fort McMurray-area police have issued a stern warning to off-highway vehicle (OHV) riders following a spate of recent crashes in the region. The latest incident happened in the early hours of Friday, June 26, marking the third OHV collision reported in under a week.
Authorities did not provide detailed information on injuries or the circumstances of each crash, but the frequency of the incidents prompted police to speak out publicly about the risks associated with OHV use.
The warning comes as OHV activity typically increases during the summer months in the Fort McMurray region, where off-road trails are popular among residents. Police are calling on riders to exercise greater caution to help prevent further collisions.
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