18 motorists to be charged for drink driving, including man who fell asleep and obstructed traffic
Eighteen motorists, aged between 23 and 48, will be charged in court on Oct 23 for drink-driving offences.
They were arrested between July and October 2025 after failing breathalyser tests during enforcement checks.
Among the motorists is a 33-year-old man who faces an additional charge for leaving his van "in a manner causing undue inconvenience and danger to others," said the police on Oct 22.
The man had allegedly driven his van after consuming alcohol and fallen asleep behind the wheel, leaving the vehicle in a stationary position at Clive Street. This obstructed traffic and potentially caused danger to other road users.
He will be charged with drink driving under Section 67(1)(b) of the Road Traffic Act 1961 and leaving a vehicle in a position causing undue inconvenience to others under Section 122 of the Road Traffic Act 1961.
Drink driving carries a fine ranging between $2,000 to $10,000 and/or up to 12 months in jail. Repeat offenders face a fine ranging from $5,000 to $20,000, and up to two years in jail. They may also face disqualification from driving all classes of vehicles.
Leaving a vehicle in a manner causing undue inconvenience to others carries a fine of up to $2,000 and/or up to three months in jail.
The police said they do not condone drink driving and will continue to take firm action against those who drink and drive.
"Driving under the influence of alcohol is an extremely dangerous and irresponsible act," the police added.
"Members of the public should not drive if they intend to consume alcohol, and should opt for alternative forms of transport, such as taking a taxi or private hire vehicle, public transport, engaging the services of a valet, or designating a non-drinking driver to send them home."
All motorists are reminded to abide by traffic laws to keep the roads safe for everyone.
