55 Northland drivers exceeded legal alcohol limit during Matariki weekend, one over five times.

55 drivers in Northland were caught over the legal alcohol limit during the Matariki weekend, with one driver blowing more than five times the limit. Inspector Anne-Marie Fitchett, Northland Road Policing Manager, expressed disappointment at the driver's behavior, noting that alcohol contributes to many road accidents. In the past 12 months, Northland Police have issued over 14,500 speeding infringements.

July 01, 2024
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