The boat ramp at Port Moody’s Rocky Point Park is partially closed and a man could be facing several charges — all because of a social media stunt.
Port Moody Police Department spokesperson Const. Sam Zacharias says officers responded to a call just before 10 p.m. Monday night that a vehicle was being driven down the ramp into the waters of Burrard Inlet.
When officers arrived, the vehicle was already fully submerged and they located a man who was allegedly being paid to drive his vehicle into the water for a live-streaming video.
Zacharias said the man was released but he could be facing criminal charges for mischief and dangerous operation of a motor vehicle.
“Police are aware of this incident circulating on social media,” Zacharias said in a news release, adding anyone with more information should contact them at 604-461-3456.
Zacharias said tow truck operators were unable to remove the vehicle from the water overnight, and the boat ramp remains partially closed until they’re successful.
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