Northumbria Police have revealed 171 drivers were arrested in a drink and drug driving crackdown over the Christmas period in the region.
The final numbers for the North East crackdown saw over 1,200 vehicles stopped, 700 motorists breathalysed and a total of 171 drivers arrested for driving whilst under the influence or refusing a test.
The force were taking part in a wider festive drink and drug driving campaign activity which is led by the National Police Chief’s Council (NPCC).
