Spanish Police Stop Truck Bound for Morocco After Driver Logs 24 Hours Without Rest
A truck driver transporting goods between France and Morocco was stopped in Spain after driving for 24 hours without the required rest. His truck was impounded, and he faces a €2,500 fine and the loss of six points from his licence.
The incident took place on October 30 on the A-2004 road, near Jerez de la Frontera, in the province of Cádiz. During an inspection, Guardia Civil officers examined the truck’s tachograph and discovered that the driver had far exceeded the permitted driving hours, reports Diario de Cádiz.
An analysis of the device also revealed an earlier journey between Algeciras, in southern Spain, and Corbie, in northern France. The driver had logged 25 hours and 15 minutes behind the wheel, with just one nine-hour rest period.
The records led officers to identify two violations. The first, for exceeding the permitted driving hours, carries a €2,000 penalty. The second, under Spain’s Highway Code, means an additional €500 fine and the loss of six points.
The officers also impounded the truck to prevent it from continuing its journey to Morocco. The Guardia Civil stressed that driver fatigue is a major danger, particularly for professional drivers covering long distances.
