Drunk mum drives wildly with four kids aboard—more than three times over limit! Louise Kimber, 43, caught swerving dangerously on A345 near Salisbury on August 11, 2024. Off-duty cop saw the chaos and acted fast.
Horrifying Incident on A345
Louise Kimber, from Frampton Court, Wilton, was spotted driving erratically just after 4:30pm. An off-duty police officer witnessed her swerving across the centre line and crashing into a hedge—while four children were strapped inside the car.
The officer wasted no time reporting the reckless driver. Police later found Kimber near Longhedge car park, just steps away from a local shop. She admitted to being behind the wheel.
Blowing Three Times Over the Limit
A preliminary breath test revealed Kimber was more than three times the legal alcohol limit. She was arrested and charged with drink driving and careless driving.
Harsh Court Sentence
On Monday, April 7, 2025, Kimber pleaded guilty at Salisbury Magistrates’ Court. The judge handed her a 12-week prison term—suspended for two years. She faces a lengthy 60-month driving ban and must complete 200 hours of unpaid work.
Police Slam Dangerous Driving
PC Munns from Salisbury Team 1A Response: “Drink driving is one of the ‘Fatal Five’ offences causing serious road crashes. Kimber risked not only her own life, but those four children in the car and everyone else on the road. There is never an excuse to drive after drinking.”
Community Outraged
Locals are stunned and furious that Kimber had four children in the car while intoxicated. Many praised the off-duty officer’s quick thinking and the court’s tough judgement.
Wiltshire Police remind everyone: drink driving will never be tolerated. If you suspect a driver has been drinking, report it immediately. Stay safe, stay sober.
