Police plead with Derbyshire drivers to not drink or take drugs – as fatal crashes involving impaired motorists rise 400%
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Derbyshire Police have revealed that, between January 1 and July 31 2022, there was a significant increase in drink and drug driving offences on the county’s roads.
In that period, there were 486 arrests for drink and drug driving – a rise of 21% from the previous year. There were also 77 collisions involving impaired drivers, in which someone was injured – an increase of 165% from 2021.
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Hide AdSince the start of 2022, officers have dealt with five fatal collisions involving impaired drivers – which constitutes a rise of 400% from the year before.
A Derbyshire Police spokesperson said: “Drink/drug driving is one of the biggest killers on our roads. Since January, we have seen a rise in all drink or drug drive offences.
“The message is simple, do not consider driving if you have had alcohol or drugs. Don't take the risk.”