Massachusetts police issue $26K in fines during four hour commercial vehicle inspection detail
This week, Massachusetts law enforcement agencies found dozens of violations during a commercial vehicle enforcement effort in the Avon area.
On April 14, 2026, the Massachusetts State Police (MSP) Commercial Vehicle Enforcement Section (CVES) and the Avon Police Department (APD) took part in a joint operation “to enforce a heavy commercial vehicle exclusion area and increase safe driving behaviors.”
The detail lasted four hours and resulted in tens of thousands of dollars worth of fines issued for commercial vehicle violations.
See below for key results from the MSP/APD operation.
- Police engaged with 75 commercial vehicles
- 12 federal CMV inspections conducted
- 5 commercial vehicle drivers placed out-of-service
- 4 commercial vehicles placed out-of-service
- Nearly 60 violations issued
- Fines totaling more than $26,000
Violations uncovered during the four-hour detail include:
- A vehicle weighing 27,000 pounds over its allowance
- An unlicensed commercial operator found in possession of marijuana
- Carriers attempting to move freight in violation of an active out-of-service order or without proper operating authority, liability or insurance
“Law enforcement organizations work most effectively when they cooperate across municipal borders,” said Avon Police Chief Jeffrey J. Bukunt. “This joint operation between Avon Police and the Massachusetts State Police was highly successful and quite possibly proactively saved lives.”
“The Massachusetts State Police deeply appreciates the opportunity to partner with our colleagues on the Avon Police Department and enhance community safety,” said Colonel Geoffrey Noble. “While our economy depends on the transportation services of these commercial vehicles, they have a responsibility to operate safely on Massachusetts roadways. I commend the Troopers working on our Truck Team and the Avon Police Officers who contributed to this operation and performed their work with diligence and skill.”