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[NORTHAMPTONSHIRE COMMUNITY MESSAGING - Northamptonshire West - 23.12.09 - WB/CMS/1787/09 - Good News]
This is a message from Northamptonshire West Police to all residents in the Northamptonshire area.
A total of 61 people have been arrested on the county's roads for drink driving during the first three weeks of Northamptonshire Police's annual campaign.
The campaign began on 1 December and so far 818 breath tests have been carried out.
Key figures for the 2009 campaign so far:
- 61 people have been arrested and 42 have been charged with investigations continuing on the others
- Two of the arrests made so far were between 7am and noon the 'morning after'
- Of the 61 people arrested, 22 are aged between 17 and 24
- 14 of the 17-24 year olds have been charged and investigations are continuing on the other
- One of the arrests for 17-24 year olds was made the morning after
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At this stage in the 2008 campaign:
- 58 people had been arrested and 48 had been charged
- Four of the arrests were made the morning after
- Of the 58 people arrested, 23 were aged between 17 and 24
- 20 of the 17-24 year olds had been charged
- None of the arrests for 17-24 year olds were made the morning after
Chief inspector Gary Percival said: "It is very disappointing to see that some drivers are still prepared to risk their lives, and the lives of others, by drinking and driving. What is particularly concerning is the number of young people continuing to drink and drive. Christmas is a time for family and friends and we would urge everyone to help us reinforce the message that driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs is absolutely unacceptable. Remind loved ones of the dangers and never get into a vehicle with someone you suspect is under the influence - we want everyone to enjoy the holiday season safely and with the people they love."
Anyone who suspects a driver of taking to the wheel under the influence of drink or drugs can call the Drivewatch Hotline, a 24-hour telephone service, on 0800 174615. The confidential service is regularly monitored and intelligence is followed up by officers.
Thank you
Ref: WB/CMS/1787/09
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