North Yorkshire Police (NYP) has warned Craven motorists they should expect to see static ‘drink and drugs’ stop checks when travelling in July.
The force is joining a national campaign which starts this week and aims to raise awareness of the dangers of driving while under the influence of drink and drugs as well as target those who choose to put other road users at risk by committing these offences.
Police are keen to remind road users that it’s not just about having a drink or taking drugs and getting straight into the car – you can also be over the limit the morning after.
Chief Inspector Alex Butterfield from North Yorkshire Police’s Specialist Operations team commented:
"As police officers we are far too familiar with the tragic consequences of road traffic collisions.
“Sadly, we attend many collisions which are caused by drivers who are under the influence of drink or drugs.
“We see first-hand the devastating consequences that they cause and a lot of these could have been prevented if individuals had stopped to think about their actions before choosing to drive under the influence of drink or drugs.”
Over the next four weeks NYP will be increasing the number of marked and unmarked police vehicles that patrol the road network in North Yorkshire. As part of the campaign, we will be conducting increased static and mobile checks early in the morning.
Chief Inspector Alex Butterfield added:
“Over the coming weeks motorists should expect to see static stop checks when travelling around the county.
“With the Euros taking place and many summer events now in full swing, it’s a social time of the year. Our advice this summer remains the same as the rest of the year; instead of one for the road, make it non for the road.
“I’m asking people to be responsible and after drinking alcohol, arrange lifts, utilise a taxi or public transport to get home. Drink and drug driving is totally unacceptable and motorists who are found to be driving in excess of the limit or under the influence of drugs will be put before the court.”
If you know someone is about to drive and you believe they are under the influence of drink or drugs call us on 999. We endeavour to act on all information that we receive.
Remember you can also provide information anonymously through the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
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