61 arrested by Somerset Police during first week of Christmas drink campaign
Police have arrested dozens of drivers suspected of drink and drug driving across Somerset, just a week into their annual Christmas clampdown. Since the start of the operation[1] on December 1st, 61 arrests for drink and drug driving offences have been made. Checks are underway in the Burnham-On-Sea area.
The force’s Christmas roads policing operation, which runs throughout December, is using community intelligence to target drivers potentially under the influence of drink or drugs. Police are asking the public to let them know if they suspect someone may be driving while intoxicated. A Police spokesman says: “We need your help to take dangerous drivers off the road before they can cause harm.
If you suspect someone is driving under the influence of drink or drugs, report it.” “Each of these individuals made the choice to put lives at risk by getting behind the wheel while intoxicated – and will now face serious consequences.” “If you know someone that habitually drinks or drug drives, call 101 or report it online.
You can also report anonymously to CrimeStoppers on 0800 555111.
If it’s happening now, always call 999.”
Police say the information received is used in conjunction with Automatic Number Plate Recognition (ANPR) and CCTV data to alert officers to the whereabouts of potential offenders, enabling them to take swift action.
References
- ^ start of the operation (www.burnham-on-sea.com)