Festive crackdown on drink drivers in Cambridgeshire

Cambridgeshire Police have told drivers "don’t take a chance this Christmas".

Motorists have been reminded that drink or drug driving could destroy lives as a month-long campaign launches across the region.

Officers will be carrying out roadside checks across the county due to the serious consequences of drink driving.

A total of 726 suspected drink and drug drivers have been arrested in Cambridgeshire in 2024 (Jan-Nov), compared to 781 arrests in 2023, and 812 in 2022.

PC Nick Southern spoke to Star Radio:

"Whether you stay at home or go out to celebrate this Christmas, please remember that alcohol takes time to leave your system, and you may still be over the drink drive limit the following morning.

"This includes people doing everyday activities such as driving to work, doing the school run, going to the shops or to see friends.

"Please do not gamble with your life and be aware of the danger you pose by getting behind the wheel while under the influence."

So far in 2024, there have been 38 crashes where someone was killed or seriously injured on Cambridgeshire's roads where alcohol or drugs were involved, compared to 36 crashes in 2023.