Kent Police Nab 419 Drink and Drug Drivers Over Festive Period
Kent Police have arrested a whopping 419 drivers caught either drinking, on drugs, or refusing breath and drug tests between December 1, 2021, and January 1, 2022. Several others faced arrest for suspected impairment behind the wheel during the crackdown.
One in Three Cars on Kent Roads Driven by Impaired Motorists
Chief Inspector Craig West, Head of Roads Policing, revealed that officers stopped 1,068 vehicles during the campaign. Shockingly, over a third were driven by people unfit to be behind the wheel.
“Drink and drug driving seriously impairs a motorist’s judgement and is a top cause of serious crashes,” said Chief Inspector West. “I urge drivers to think twice before taking the wheel under the influence. The consequences could be life-changing for you or others.”
“Consider how a charge would wreck your life – a ban, a public record searchable by employers, friends, and family. You might lose your job and struggle to find new work. Is it really worth the risk?”
Ongoing Road Safety Efforts to Keep Kent Streets Safe
This was a targeted seasonal campaign, but Kent Police promise road safety checks will continue all year round. They remain dedicated to cracking down on dangerous driving and protecting everyone on the roads.
