GermanyThe police in Mecklenburg-West Pomerania (MV) have announced increased traffic checks throughout September, focusing on seatbelt violations and driver distraction, particularly from smartphone usage. These measures are part of the campaign 'Fahren.Ankommen.LEBEN!' and will be conducted by the eight police stations under the Neubrandenburg and Rostock police presidencies. According to police data from the previous year, nearly 600 accidents in MV were attributed to driver distraction, resulting in almost 150 injuries. Over 12,000 violations related to the unauthorized use of electronic devices while driving were recorded. Additionally, more than 3,500 seatbelt violations were documented nationwide in 2025.
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