Duct-taped transport truck leads to charges for driver from Brampton

Using duct tape as a replacement for a busted window has led to charges including careless driving for a trucker from Brampton, police say.

Officers spotted the makeshift repair job after receiving a call from a concerned driver, the OPP says.

When police located the commercial vehicle they found the driver’s side window had been broken, with a replacement made out of duct tape.

Photos of the vehicle shared by police show the window was patched with a lattice of duct tape.

The vehicle was inspected and found unsafe for travel while the 27-year-old driver was charged with multiple offences including careless driving, police say.

The truck was also taken off the road.

The OPP says a 27-year-old driver from Brampton was charged with no clear view to sides, improper mirror – commercial motor vehicle, careless driving, and fail to report accident.

The name of the accused has not been released.

Police say anyone who sees an unsafe driver or suspects a driver of operating while impaired by drugs or alcohol is encouraged to call 911 and report it when safe to do so.

Anonymous tips may also be provided to Crime Stoppers by calling 1-800-222-8477 or visiting www.ontariocrimestoppers.ca.