Somerset police arrest 117 in drink and drug drive blitz

By Laura Linham 17th Dec 2025

Local News by Laura Linham 17th Dec 2025

More than 100 arrests have been made across Somerset during the first fortnight of Avon and Somerset Police's annual Christmas drink and drug driving crackdown.

The campaign launched on Sunday, 1 December. As of Friday, 13 December, 117 drivers had been arrested — up from 111 during the same period in 2024.

The roads policing team said drink and drug driving was a factor in 25 per cent of fatal crashes in the force area this year.

Proactive roadside checks and technology including ANPR cameras, CCTV and community intelligence are used year-round to detect offenders.

Police are urging anyone with information about suspected drink or drug drivers in Somerset towns and villages to report them. If a driver is currently behind the wheel, call 999. Anonymous tips can also be passed to Crimestoppers.

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