Driver runs a red light and pays $368.00 for the near death of another.

An RCMP collision reconstructionist believes the mediocre fines are not a deterent for irresponsible and reckless drivers. Prohibition and vehicle impounding is required.

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In a release, police say around 5:50 a.m. officers responded to a report of a crash at the intersection of Old Island Hwy and Burnside Road West in View Royal.

On scene of the crash, officers learned the driver of the F150 allegedly ran a red light on Old Island Highway heading to the on ramp, and hit a Honda Civic that was turning left from Island Highway.

The driver of the Honda Civic was taken to the hospital with minor injuries.

The driver of the F150 was not injured, and was charged for driving without due care and attention. According to ICBC, this comes with a fine of $368 and six points on the driver’s license.