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Summer crackdown on drink and drug driving starts today

by Frank le Duc
Thursday Jun 1, 17 at 11:54AM
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Annual summer crackdown on drink and drug drivers under way

The annual summer crackdown on drink and drug driving starts today (Thursday 1 June), Sussex Police said this morning.

The force promised “dedicated patrols to put the brakes on any motorists who take to the road while under the influence of intoxicating substances”.

The month-long crackdown – known as Operation Dragonfly – is being supported by the Sussex Safer Roads Partnership, which operates speed cameras locally, and the independent charity Crimestoppers.

Sussex Police said: “Approximately 300 officers across the force are now fully qualified to test motorists for drugs on the roadside.

“This is in addition to the hundreds more already able to test suspected drink drivers, making it even harder for motorists to get away with offences.”

Superintendent Chris Moon, head of the Surrey and Sussex Roads Policing Unit, said: “In the summer months when the weather tends to be nicer people will often stay out drinking later into the evening.

“There are some who find the temptation of driving home after a few drinks all too appealing and we want to share the message that this is not acceptable and drink or drug driving of any kind won’t be tolerated in Surrey or Sussex.

“Our advice is simple – go cold turkey or do not drive. Driving with drink or drugs in your system impairs your judgment and ability to drive safely.

“Not only can you cause injury or death to others, being caught drink or drug driving can also have other consequences such as a criminal record, a heavy fine, losing your job and licence and an increase in insurance premiums.

Superintendent Chris Moon

“It’s also worth remembering that it’s not just about planning your journey home. You may still be over the limit the following morning.

“Passengers should not accept lifts from drivers who they know have drunk alcohol or taken drugs.

“We also ask that you refrain from offering an alcoholic drink or drugs to someone you know is planning to drive.”

Sussex Police said: “Anyone caught drink or drug driving will be dealt with robustly.

“Offenders face a minimum 12-month disqualification, up to six months’ imprisonment and a fine of up to £5,000.

“If a death is caused through dangerous driving while over the limit, a sentence of up to 14 years behind bars can result.

“Members of the public are also being asked to play their part by reporting anyone they suspect to be driving under the influence.

“People in Sussex can text officers on 65999 with the details of people they suspect of drink or drug driving or visit http://www.operationcrackdown.org.

“You can also contact the independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously via https://crimestoppers-uk.org or call 0800 555111.

“If you know someone is driving while over the limit through drink or drugs, call 999.”

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