News release
Ridge Meadows RCMP launch pedestrian safety initiative
October 21, 2025
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Maple Ridge, British Columbia
From: Ridge Meadows RCMP
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In light of changing weather conditions, less daylight hours, and recent high-profile incidents, Ridge Meadows RCMP has launched a traffic safety initiative aimed at both driver and pedestrian safety.
The initiative launched on October 12th and involved officers with the Ridge Meadows RCMP’s Road Safety Target Team (RSTT) conducting multifaceted enforcement efforts in high pedestrian collision locations.
In just a few hours, officers handed out 28 violation tickets along Lougheed Highway between 207th and 222 Street and spoke to several pedestrians and drivers about road safety.
This enforcement effort included 8 violation tickets being issued to pedestrians for Failing to Use a Crosswalk and a variety of tickets to drivers and cyclists for other moving violations. One pedestrian even jaywalked in front of a police vehicle while officers were conducting enforcement (see video clip). Another pedestrian was issued two tickets for two separate violations.
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Car driving down highway. Pedestrian dressed in black begins to jaywalk from the middle of the two lane highway.
Ridge Meadows RCMP has recorded three fatal pedestrian motor vehicle incidents in 2025. The most recent occurring on October 1st at 210th Street and Lougheed Higway. A second serious pedestrian motor vehicle incident also occurred on September 22nd at 216th Street and Lougheed Highway. Since 2024, 15% of traffic collisions in this stretch of roadway have involved pedestrians.
“Drivers and pedestrians both have a shared responsibility for road safety,” says Ridge Meadows RCMP S/Sgt Chris Kelly. “The consequences of not following safe practices can unfortunately often be tragic.”
“Simply put – Don’t be a statistic. Slow down, pay close attention, and remember to only use marked crossings, especially at busy intersections. You might save a life, even your own.”
Key message
Pedestrians - Wear visible clothing, make eye contact with drivers, and only use marked crossings.
Drivers – Slow down, leave the phone alone, and remember to always scan for pedestrians.
Ridge Meadows RCMP RSTT officers, along with frontline officers, will continue to focus on proactive driver and pedestrian safety enforcement and education over the next few months during the fall and winter season. Residents are encouraged to promote safety driving practices and have discussions with friends and families about the increased risks on our roadways during this time.
