West Shore RCMP intercepted a commercial transport truck driving the wrong way on the Trans Canada Highway on Saturday (June 13) morning.
Police received multiple complaints at approximately 4:40 a.m. about a truck travelling northbound in the southbound lanes near the Helmcken Road exit.
Officers immediately responded to the area and located the vehicle.
Police attempted to pull the truck over, but the driver initially failed to stop. The vehicle eventually came to a halt near the Leigh Road exit.
The driver, identified as a 52-year-old man from the Vancouver area, was arrested for dangerous operation of a motor vehicle.
Investigators have ruled out drug and alcohol impairment, noting that driver confusion appears to have contributed to the incident.
The truck was towed from the scene.
The driver received violation tickets under the Motor Vehicle Act for driving without due care and attention, which carries a $368 fine and six penalty points.
He also received a ticket for failing to stop for police, which carries a $144 fine and three penalty points.
Police reported no injuries or collisions resulting from the driving behaviour.
The driver was subsequently released pending further investigation and referrals to the Commercial Vehicle Safety and Enforcement branch and the Superintendent of Motor Vehicles.