Lyttelton cops bust 15 drunk drivers – on one evening
“The number of collisions that happen when the drivers are under the influence of alcohol is alarmingly high.”
Lyttelton police have arrested 15 people for driving under the influence of alcohol in Centurion on Friday evening.
The arrests were part of a visible policing operation in the area, according to police spokesperson Captain Dave Miller.
The operation, aimed at clamping down on drunk driving, was held in conjunction with the road traffic management corporation.
“While the main objective is to fight the scourge of drunk driving, during such an operation it is possible for police to catch suspects on other crimes such as possession of stolen goods,” said Miller.
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Miller said illegal substances were also searched for when motorists are stopped.
“It has the added benefit of crime prevention due to added visibility.”
He warned motorists that driving under the influence could have dire consequences, including a sobering trip to the police station.
“Motorists arrested for driving under the influence of alcohol are released only once police are certain they have sobered up,” said Miller.
Making alternative travel arrangements could help motorists out of dangerous situations.
“We would like to urge the community to use designated drivers or taxi services when they know they will be drinking,” said Miller.
“The number of collisions that happen when drivers are under the influence of alcohol is alarmingly high.
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“Unfortunately sometimes these collisions result in a fatality.”
Miller said police would continue similar operations in the area.
“We have adopted a zero-tolerance approach to these kinds of offences.”
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