Enhanced checks on A31 and A30
On July 27 from 9:00 to 15:00, on the southern section of the A31 (Emsland/Bentheim district) and on the A30 towards Osnabrück, police will weigh trailers, inspect technical condition and driver documents. According to Emsland police, many caravans are overloaded and campervan drivers often lack the proper driving license category. The aim is accident prevention, not issuing fines.
Fine for camper without windows
Earlier, police in the Soest district stopped a 1970s–80s Bawemo camper near Lippstadt that had all its windows removed. The driver said he removed them to combat heat in the cabin and was not wearing a seatbelt. The vehicle's technical condition was deemed unsatisfactory, further travel was prohibited, and a heavy fine was imposed. The check was part of a regional operation to reduce serious accidents.