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16/09/2015
Drunk Driver Almost Five Times Over The Limit Arrested
Police in Craigavon have arrested a drunk driver who was five times over the legal limit.
The driver was caught on Monday afternoon.
In a Facebook post, the police said: "Lurgan Neighbourhood Police arrested a Drink Driver who was almost 5 times over the legal limit!! 5 times!! This was in the middle of the afternoon, very close to school finishing time. Totally irresponsible, totally unacceptable.
"We will continue to do our best to keep the public safe on our roads. If you ever think someone is drink driving then report it to Police immediately on 101 or 999 in the event of an emergency."
No other information has been released.
(CD/JP)
The driver was caught on Monday afternoon.
In a Facebook post, the police said: "Lurgan Neighbourhood Police arrested a Drink Driver who was almost 5 times over the legal limit!! 5 times!! This was in the middle of the afternoon, very close to school finishing time. Totally irresponsible, totally unacceptable.
"We will continue to do our best to keep the public safe on our roads. If you ever think someone is drink driving then report it to Police immediately on 101 or 999 in the event of an emergency."
No other information has been released.
(CD/JP)
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