Abbotsford Police issue over 900 tickets in Hwy. 1 construction zones, nearby roads (VIDEO)

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ABBOTSFORD – Police in Abbotsford say they’ve issued over 900 tickets to motorists during targeted enforcement operations in and around Highway 1 construction zones in the Abbotsford area over a four-month period.

According to a statement from police, the Abbotsford PD’s Traffic Enforcement Unit (TEU) conducted targeted enforcement between July and October 2026 as part of an enforcement initiative funded by the Ministry of Transportation and Transit. Police focused on areas impacted by the ongoing Fraser Valley Highway 1 Corridor Improvement Project, encompassing the highway corridor and nearby roadways.

“The goal was simple: ensure the safety of those working in active construction zones and encourage safe driving behaviours,” AbbyPD said.

During the four-month initiative, TEU officers dedicated 80 operational shifts to construction zone enforcement. As a result, officers issued 944 violation tickets, representing approximately $170,000 in fines for a variety of traffic infractions.

Violations consisted of speeding, speeding in construction zones, disobeying traffic control devices, distracted driving involving electronic devices and other Motor Vehicle Act offences. In addition to issuing violation tickets, officers removed 11 impaired drivers, helping to prevent potentially serious collisions.

Enforcement efforts also resulted in 36 vehicle impoundments for excessive speed, 11 driving suspensions were issued, and the arrest of two prohibited drivers, further enhancing the safety of construction workers and the travelling public.

“Construction zones are high-risk environments where workers depend on drivers to follow traffic laws and remain alert,” said Sergeant. Pat Kelly of AbbyPD’s TEU. “These results demonstrate both the importance of targeted enforcement and the need for motorists to slow down, pay attention, and respect traffic control measures when travelling through construction areas.”