West Van police stop BMW with industrial vegetable oil drums strapped to roof
Officers ordered the vehicle off the road after discovering the unusual and unsafe cargo arrangement. The stop highlights ongoing traffic safety enforcement on the North Shore.
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West Vancouver police stopped a BMW driver after spotting industrial-sized vegetable oil drums strapped to the roof of the vehicle—an unsafe and unusual cargo arrangement.
Officers ordered the car off the road and issued a violation for the improper transport and securing of the large containers. Photos from the traffic stop show the drums precariously mounted to the roof, creating a significant hazard to the driver, passengers, and other motorists on the road.
The incident reflects broader traffic enforcement priorities on the North Shore, where police are actively monitoring vehicle safety violations. Under BC transportation regulations, cargo must be properly secured and within reasonable weight limits for safe transport. Oversized or improperly fastened loads create collision risks and can result in tickets and vehicle impoundment.
At a glance
What was the unusual cargo in the stopped BMW?
West Vancouver police stopped a BMW with industrial-sized vegetable oil drums strapped to the roof of the vehicle.
What violation was issued?
The driver received a citation for improper transport and securing of the large containers.
