By Over 20 arrests for driving under the influence by Roads Policing Unit in ‘focused campaign’
Humberside Police have released a statement regarding 20 arrests that were made by their Roads Policing Unit for driving whilst under the influence during their August campaign.
They said between Sat 13 Aug and Sun 28 Aug, officers were out on the roads carrying out breath tests and drug wipes.
Humberside Police said around 650 roadside breath tests and drugs wipes were carried out by members of the Roads Policing Unit alone, with the team making 11 arrests for drink driving and 10 for failed drug wipes.
Roads Policing Sergeant Paul Long said: “We want to educate people about the dangers of driving whilst under the influence, which is why we have these focused campaigns.
“We always take driving under the influence seriously as we see on a daily basis the devastating impact this can have.
“Driving whilst under the influence is unacceptable and we will always enforce legislation to prosecute offenders. I would appeal to anyone considering driving under the influence to consider the impact it can have on the friends and families of themselves, and on other road users impacted by their behaviour.”
Drink and drug drivers can be hit with an unlimited fine, a 12-month ban, a criminal record, and prison.
“If you are out and have had a drink, please arrange transport home which doesn’t involve you behind the wheel,” added Sgt Long.
“You also have to consider your alcohol consumption if you plan on driving the next day. It takes an hour to process one unit of alcohol and whilst you may sleep, eat or shower, the only thing that can sober you up is time.
“If you are caught driving under the influence it’s not just your licence that you risk – it may be your future.”
