Dozens of motorists arrested for breaking major driving laws during World Cup mayhem

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A police operation saw 161 Britons arrested during a summer campaign targeting drink and drug drivers, with officers warning that too many motorists are still putting lives at risk.

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The campaign was run by Leicestershire Police during the World Cup and saw police carry out extra patrols and enforcement activity to tackle drivers under the influence of alcohol or drugs.In total, 117 people were arrested on suspicion of drink-driving, while 30 were arrested on suspicion of drug driving.

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A further 14 people were arrested for failing to provide a sample.

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Leicester recorded the highest number of arrests, with 70 people detained during the campaign, with 24 further arrests in Charnwood, 18 in Blaby and 16 in North-West Leicestershire.

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TRENDING Stories Videos Your Say More than a quarter of all the arrests followed road traffic collisions, with police highlighting the devastating consequences of driving while under the influence of alcohol or drugs.During the campaign, 23 people were...

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