Police catch 140 December drink drivers

Shocking statistics released by police reveal that 140 Powys drivers were caught drink driving during December despite a massive warning campaign.

Over 480 drivers overall in Wales were caught over the drink drive limit during the All Wales Winter Anti Drink and Drug Driving Campaign.

Throughout December, 30,718 drivers were breath tested with Dyfed-Powys Police carrying out 8204 tests, with 140 being positive.

The campaign was launched with support from drink drive victim Dr Mark Boulcott, who lost his wife and he was left disabled by a drink driver.

Speaking on behalf of the Welsh forces, Deputy Chief Constable of Dyfed-Powys Police, and ACPO All Wales lead on Roads Policing Carl Langley said: “It is disappointing that 488 drivers throughout Wales chose to risk their own lives, and the lives of others during the campaign.

“We were clear in our messages throughout the campaign that drink or drug driving is not acceptable, and will not be tolerated. But those that chose to break the law and endanger themselves and other road users arrogantly were in the minority, and we thank the public that showed support for the campaign and were happy to co-operate.

“Drink driving ruins lives all year round, and our efforts to combat it continue throughout the year. We are asking the public in Wales to help us take these people off our roads, and report anyone you suspect of drink or drug driving.”

If you have information relating to someone you think is driving whilst under the influence of alcohol or drugs, contact Dyfed-Powys Police on 101 or via Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111. In an emergency always dial 999.