May 10, 2025

Pickup truck stopped for overweight and safety violations in Ontario

Steve Smith

Pickup truck stopped for overweight and safety violations in Ontario

On May 8, Ontario Provincial Police pulled over a pickup truck carrying a hefty load of pallets for several safety concerns.

Reason for the stop: Conducted by OPP’s Wellington division in Alma, the pickup was flagged for numerous violations connected to commercial vehicle regulations.

The vehicle was found to be overweight, lacking the necessary permit.
Improperly attached cargo raised further concerns.
Inspection stickers and proof of inspection were not displayed.
The driver couldn't provide a valid Commercial Vehicle Operator’s Registration (CVOR) certificate.
Additional charges included missing trailer identification and failing to present required documents.

Authorities' advice: OPP urges the public to report unsafe vehicles immediately.

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