City investigating two OCTranspo drivers

Posted Feb 4, 2011 03:08:36 PM.

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The city of Ottawa has launched an investigation into allegations that two OC Transpo drivers were texting at the wheel.

The two drivers were photographed driving while texting by commuters who then contacted the media.

City officials say texting while driving on the job will not be tolerated and may refer the allegations to Ottawa police.

Under provincial laws, any driver caught texting could face a litany of charges.

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