December 08, 2021 - 948 views
North Wales Police have recorded a worringly high number of drink and drug driving offences soon after launching their seasonal campaign.
"A week into our Christmas Anti Drink and Drug Drive campaign and we've already made 21 drink drive and 14 drug drive arrests."
"The highest alcohol reading of the campaign so far is 123 (legal limit is 35) after a man was arrested near Caernarfon shortly after 5pm on December 2nd, after concerned members of the public contacted us. Huge thanks to them."
"The 50-year-old man from the Wirral will appear before Caernarfon Magistrates Court later this month."
Superintendent Simon Barrasford, North Wales Police commented: “As the festive season gets underway we are reminding drivers of the dangers and consequences of getting behind the wheel after drinking or taking drugs.
“Officers from the Roads Policing Units, Safer Neighbourhood Teams and the Special Constabulary will be working 24 hours a day, seven days a week and anyone who is considering driving whilst under the influence of drink or drugs should know that we will be out and about waiting for them.”
This year is likely to see the return of some office parties. With this in mind, officers are asking people to plan ahead, to think about what they may do and to be sure to arrange a taxi home.
They are also reminding people that the drink-drive limit is two units, not two drinks.
“Our message is simple; if you are out and know you will be drinking, make sure you have plans for getting home safely without driving,” said Supt Barrasford.
“If you do have to drive, our advice is to avoid alcohol completely. The only safe limit is none.”
Anybody who has concerns about anybody they believe to be driving under the influence are asked to contact police on 101 (or 999 if they are posing an imminent danger) or alternatively, contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.
