A DRUNK lorry driver who was spotted swerving across the M40 was among 72 people arrested for drink or drug driving in Warwickshire during December.
The arrests – 64 for drink driving related offences, and eight following positive drug wipe tests – were made as part of Operation Limit, a national crackdown on the offences.
The lorry driver – whose driving was described by police as ‘truly shocking’ – has since lost his job and his licence.
Another drink driver sentenced in December received a five-year ban and fines after a collision on the A46. Officers found a bottle of vodka in the car.
Inspector Si Paull said: “People who drive under the influence of drink or drugs have a significantly higher risk of being involved in a serious collision. That’s why our enforcement activities are so important to remove these dangerous and selfish drivers from our roads.
“We know that drink and drug drivers are also more likely to be involved in wider criminality. This was shown during the operation as people were also arrested for no insurance, driving without a licence, failing to stop, assault, actual bodily harm, criminal damage and theft of vehicle offences.
“We do not apologise for being tough on anyone who chooses to drink or take drugs and drive in Warwickshire. All those sentenced can expect to be disqualified from driving for at least a year – some for much longer.
“The only safe option is not to drink and drive at all.”
