Authorities issue alert for potential danger due to overloading situation
In an incident that occurred on August 25, 2025, a 33-year-old Georgian national was driving an overloaded VW Crafter with a caravan on the loading platform in Greifswald, Germany. The police were notified of the overloaded vehicle around 19:50, and upon locating the vehicle, they prohibited further travel.
The overloading of the vehicle was more than 30 percent, which can lead to increased braking distances, poor handling, and make driving more dangerous. Even slight excesses of the permitted load can negatively affect driving behavior and increase braking distances.
The police remind all drivers that improper securing or overloading vehicles can pose a significant risk to all road users. Improperly secured or overloaded vehicles can cause accidents and endanger the lives of other road users.
To ensure a safer journey for everyone on the road, it is advised to always check the vehicle's permitted total weight and do not exceed it. It is also recommended to always secure your load before starting your journey to prevent it from shifting or falling off.
The police in Greifswald have advised that adhering to the weight limits and properly securing loads can help prevent such incidents. In this case, the driver was only able to travel at a slow speed due to the overloading of the vehicle.
For further questions or information, the Police Inspectorate Anklam can be contacted at 03971 251 3041 or via email at [email protected]. Their contact information can also be found on their website at http://www.polizei.mvnet.de.
The police ordered the payment of a security deposit on the spot for the overloaded vehicle on August 25, 2025. The incident serves as a reminder for all drivers to be mindful of their vehicle's weight limits and to secure their loads properly to ensure safe travel for everyone on the road.
