Police arrest 117 drink and drug drivers

Hundreds of drivers caught breaking major driving law within weeks of new operation

Avon and Somerset Police have arrested 117 people suspected of drinking or drug driving in the first two weeks of their annual Christmas crackdown, new figures show.The operation, which began on December 1, has already seen more arrests than in the same period last year, when 111 drivers were detained.Officers stated the rise in cases was concerning and have issued a fresh warning to motorists about the dangers of getting behind the wheel while …

Police arrest 117 drink and drug drivers

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Over 100 arrested in first two weeks of Somerset drink and drug drive campaign

Police in Somerset have arrested more than 100 people in the first two weeks of their annual drink and drug driving campaign, which launched on December 1st. A total of 117 people have been arrested on suspicion of drink or drug driving so far, an increase on the 111 arrests made during the same period last year. Officers say the figures highlight the ongoing dangers posed by intoxicated drivers on local roads. Police say drink and drug driving …