Authorities in British Columbia have urged the public to steer clear of a rock face overlooking a highway, where a red Volkswagen Beetle shell has been suspended in what appears to be an elaborate prank. The province's Environment Ministry confirmed on Monday that BC Parks is working to remove the vehicle within the week, with the Royal Canadian Mounted Police and park rangers now investigating.
The car shell, emblazoned with a large 'E' on its roof, first appeared last week above Highway 99 in Squamish. This distinctive marking suggests the stunt is a continuation of a long-standing tradition among University of British Columbia engineering students, known for placing Beetle shells in challenging locations.
