The Iowa State Patrol recently stopped a tractor trailer for a major safety issue on October 28, 2024.
What's the issue: The truck's frame was completely broken on one side, which could have led to a serious accident if not caught in time.
- Troopers noticed the vehicle wasn't sitting right on the road, prompting the inspection.
- The driver was sidelined for operating a potentially dangerous vehicle.
Community response: Many expressed concerns about how such a defect wasn't noticed in routine inspections.
- Comments suggested the driver missed this issue during pre-trip checks.
- Some blamed Iowa's rough roads as a contributing factor.
Thankfully, no crashes or injuries occurred from this incident, and the defective truck was removed from the road.