Arrest after driver fails roadside breath test in East Riding

Driver recorded high alcohol levels

Author: Vicky HainesPublished 27th Aug 2026

A 51-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of drink driving following erratic behaviour observed by officers during their routine patrols in East Riding of Yorkshire.

Just before 2am on Thursday, 27th August, police officers noticed the vehicle behaving erratically near the Skidby roundabout on the A164, with the car nearly colliding with the central barrier and traffic cones.

Officers managed to stop the vehicle on the A1079 and requested the driver to take a roadside breath test, which he failed with a reading of 104.

The driver was arrested and is currently assisting with ongoing police enquiries while in custody.

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