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Posted by Tony Flynn on 21st December 2011 at 12:04 PM
Cops clamp down on Salford drink drivers
Police in Salford are breathalysing and drugs testing drivers around the clock as part of a clampdown on drink driving.

Since the beginning of December, police have carried out 766 tests in Salford and 21 of these have been positive.

Chief Inspector Mark Kenny said: “We have already carried out a number of tests this month and although it is pleasing to see that only a small proportion are testing positive, this is still too many people.

“Police will be out throughout the festive period breathalysing drivers to prevent accidents and deter drivers from drink driving.

“The key message for motorists is to be responsible and don’t drink or take drugs before driving. Either ensure that someone in your group remains sober and acts as designated driver or take public transport – that way everyone is sure to get home safely.

“The only truly safe drink drive limit is to drink no alcohol at all. People also need to be aware that they could still be over the limit the morning after. You might feel fine, but you could still have alcohol in your system that could impair your driving. Christmas is a time for family and friends and no police officer wants to have to deliver the message that a loved one has died or been seriously injured at the hands of a drink or drug driver.

“If you drink alcohol or take drugs before driving we will catch up with you. We and our partners are determined to make our roads safer, and this starts by targeting those who recklessly drink and drug drive.”

If you see someone drink driving this Christmas, please call Greater Manchester Police on the new non-emergency number 101 or call the independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.

Source: GMP.



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