Over 240 people arrested by Avon and Somerset Police in drink and drug driving operation
Op Limit was rolled out in December to reduce serious crashes over the festive period
Last updated 5th Jan 2025
More than 240 people have been arrested by Avon and Somerset Police in their latest operation tackling drink and drug driving.
Op Limit was rolled out throughout December, with the aim of reducing fatal and serious crashes over the festive period.
The force say getting behind the wheel while under the influence isn't only illegal - it's deeply irresponsible and can shatter lives.
They say drink driving accounted for 62 per cent of arrests during the operation, while drug driving offences accounted for 38 per cent.
Drivers aged between 25-34 accounted for 32 per cent of arrests, followed by the 35-44 age group (24%) and under-25s (20%). 88.4 per cent of those arrested were male.
The highest number of arrests occurred in Somerset, where 80 people were found to be over the limit. This was followed by Bristol (66) and South Gloucestershire (46). North Somerset saw 36 arrests.