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ATVs on Corner Brook street prompt police patrols

The RNC in Corner Brook say they're stepping up patrols after several reports of people driving ATVs in the city.
RNC say they've had five complaints of ATVs being driven on Georgetown Road in Corner Brook in the last week. (CBC)

Police in Corner Brook say they're stepping up patrols after multiple complaints of people driving ATVs within the city on Georgetown Road.

RNC said they received five complaints within the last week, with the last complaint coming in Tuesday, Aug. 2.

Police warn that driving off-road vehicles on city streets is illegal, and anyone found operating a quad or dirt bike in such a manner could get a fine or have their vehicle seized.

RNC said there will be an increased police presence in the Georgetown Road area as a result of the complaints.