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Vancouver Police warn drivers not to ‘Pokemon and drive’ after issuing six tickets in just two days to people playing behind the wheel.
The traffic unit sent out a tweet saying its officers have been catching drivers playing the game while on the road.
“Pokecop gets them all!” read the tongue-in-cheek tweet.
#PokemonStop #PokeCop gets them all!! In 2 days officer hands out 6 cell phone tickets to drivers playing the game. pic.twitter.com/A2YEvXnn8O
— VPD Traffic Section (@VPDTrafficUnit) July 25, 2016
Earlier this month, as the Poke-phenomon gained steam, the VPD issued a “distracted gaming” warning, asking people to put the phone down while driving, biking, or using skateboards.
It also issued a list of guidelines for players to stay safe:
- Look up – be aware of your surroundings. Are you about to step into traffic? Are you going to crash into someone or something? You could end more than just your game.
- It is very easy for any stranger to know your gathering spots. Make sure you go with a group, and that younger kids tell parents or another adult where they’re going.
- Say no to distracted game playing – don’t play while riding your bike, skateboard, scooter, or while driving.
- Vancouver has lots of public space. Don’t go on or in private property.
Agencies/Canadajournal
