Woman arrested after alleged drink and drug driving collision in Hull

Driver reportedly fled the scene before being detained by police

Author: Charlotte BarberPublished 6th Oct 2026

A 47-year-old woman has been arrested on suspicion of drink and drug driving after a reported road traffic collision in Hull, police said.

The incident occurred on Nidderdale at around 9am on Tuesday, 6th October 2026, where the driver allegedly fled the scene.

Witnesses claimed the woman returned to her home address, prompting officers to identify and locate her.

The police attended her home, requesting her to undertake a breath test, which reportedly showed a reading of 87, alongside a failed drugs wipe.

The woman remains in custody this morning pending further investigation.

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