Van Stopped After Overloaded Concerns Prove to Be Valid

Van Stopped After Overloaded Concerns Prove to Be Valid

Police officers recently took decisive action after receiving numerous reports from concerned members of the public about a van that appeared to be overloaded.  The vehicle was promptly stopped, and officers directed it to a weighbridge for further investigation. The...
Cannock Police Crack Down on Overloaded Vehicles

Cannock Police Crack Down on Overloaded Vehicles

A vehicle travelling in the Cannock area was found to exceed its legal weight limits significantly.  It was discovered to be 39.1% over its gross weight capacity, with one axle carrying 9.6% more than permitted and the other a staggering 36% over. The load, stacked...
Road Policing Officers Stop Vehicle with Insecure Load

Road Policing Officers Stop Vehicle with Insecure Load

Road policing officers recently stopped a vehicle in Hanley that raised immediate concerns about road safety.  The officers were initially drawn to the vehicle because its boot was noticeably raised, revealing a wardrobe precariously balanced in the back. On closer...