Published Aug 07, 20251 minute readThe RNC laid charges against a 15-year-old boy and a parent in connection with illegal ATV riding activity. Photo by Contributed /THE TELEGRAMArticle contentThe RNC has laid charges against a 15-year-old boy and seized an ATV during an off-road vehicle enforcement operation in Paradise.THIS CONTENT IS RESERVED FOR SUBSCRIBERS ONLY.Subscribe now to access this story and more:Unlimited access to the website and appExclusive access to premium content, newsletters and podcastsFull access to the e-Edition app, an electronic replica of the print edition that you can share, download and comment onEnjoy insights and behind-the-scenes analysis from our award-winning journalistsSupport local journalists and the next generation of journalistsSUBSCRIBE TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLES.Subscribe or sign in to your account to continue your reading experience.Unlimited access to the website and appExclusive access to premium content, newsletters and podcastsFull access to the e-Edition app, an electronic replica of the print edition that you can share, download and comment onEnjoy insights and behind-the-scenes analysis from our award-winning journalistsSupport local journalists and the next generation of journalistsRegister to unlock more articles.Create an account or sign in to continue your reading experience.Access additional stories every monthShare your thoughts and join the conversation in our commenting communityGet email updates from your favourite authorsSign In or Create an AccountorArticle contentOn Wednesday, Aug. 6, 2025, RNC officers conducted a covert enforcement operation in the Town of Paradise in connection with reports of illegal off-road vehicle activity in the community. The effort was supported by Town of Paradise municipal enforcement officers.Article contentArticle contentArticle contentShortly after noon, illegal off-road vehicle operation was observed in the area of McNamara Drive. RNC officers in plain clothes were able to detain the operator of an ATV in the area in connection with the illegal activity.Article contentA 15-year-old male was charged under the Off-Road Vehicles Act in connection with operating an off-road vehicle on a highway without a license, as well as operating an unregistered vehicle.Article contentThe parent of the operator was charged with allowing unsupervised operation of an off-road vehicle and allowing operation of an uninsured vehicle.Article contentThe ATV was seized at the scene.Article contentThe RNC Traffic Services will continue covert enforcement operations in municipalities throughout the regions we serve. Please report any illegal off-road vehicle activity to the RNC at 709-729-8000.Article content
RNC lay charges against youth, parent and seize ATV during police operation
