Durham Constabulary has today released bodycam footage in a bid to urge people not to drive under the influence.
It comes as roads policing officers once again take part in a national campaign to target drivers under the influence of drugs or alcohol over the Christmas season.
From today, November 25, officers from the force’s Roads and Armed Policing Unit will carry out random vehicle stops and intelligence-led enforcement in a bid to remove drivers who are under the influence from the roads and keep people safe.
Police will be out morning and night to catch those who may be flouting the law and putting others at risk.
Inspector Kevin Salter said: “Whilst we tackle this issue all year round, it is more likely at Christmas time that people may get behind the wheel after a drink.
“It is extremely frustrating as a roads policing officer that some motorists still choose to drive under the influence of drink or drugs in the knowledge that their actions could kill or seriously injure someone else’s loved one.
“Drink or drug driving is completely unacceptable and preventing this risk on our roads is one of our main priorities.”
Drivers risk up to six months’ imprisonment, an unlimited fine and a substantial driving ban if they are caught driving while above the legal limit. Anyone who causes a death while drink or drug driving faces up to 14years’ imprisonment.
Find a link to the video here here: https://www.dropbox.com/s/4uf4sp7wj0llpwj/Drink%20Drive%202022%20-%20Full%20Length.mp4?dl=0
