Summer drink and drug driving campaign results suggest that if you offend in Devon and Cornwall you’re twice as likely to get caught compared to the national average.

Figures show that in Devon and Cornwall the percentage of drivers tested positive, failed or refused a reading is just over twice the national average in almost all measures, with an average of around 21% compared to 10% nationally.

Devon and Cornwall Police actively target hotspots and use local knowledge.

Inspector Richard McLellan from the roads policing team said: ’We’re pleased that our efforts are effective in catching and preventing these selfish drivers from causing harm to other road users.  It is still disappointing though, that so many people still choose to ignore the law and put themselves and others at risk of harm. 

’We will continue to target potential drink and drug drivers throughout the year.’

Throughout the month-long operation, drivers were tested if they were involved in a collision or if stopped for an offence.  Routine stop checks were also carried out.

If you suspect that someone is driving while unfit to do so, please report it immediately on 999 if they pose imminent danger or for non-urgent matters email [email protected] or call 101.  Alternatively phone it through anonymously to Crimestoppers on 0800 555111 or via www.crimestoppers-uk.org.