Warwickshire Sees Rise in Drink and Drug Drivers Banned from Roads

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In a concerning trend, the number of drivers banned from Warwickshire's roads for drink and drug driving has increased. Over the past two weeks, 11 drivers were banned for a total of 20 years after being convicted at Leamington Magistrates Court. The average age of those convicted for drink driving-related offenses was 41, while those banned for drug driving offenses were significantly younger, with an average age of 25. The bans ranged from 12 months to 44 months, with a 38-year-old woman receiving the longest ban.

Key Takeaways:

  • 11 drivers were banned from Warwickshire's roads for a total of 20 years after being convicted of drink and drug driving offenses.
  • The average age of those convicted for drink driving-related offenses was 41, while the average age of those banned for drug driving offenses was 25.
  • Bans ranged from 12 months to 44 months, with a 38-year-old woman receiving the longest ban.
  • Drink and drug driving is a significant factor in around 30 deaths and serious injuries on Warwickshire's roads every year.
  • PC Keil Hetherington emphasized that any amount of alcohol can impair driving ability and encourage drivers to avoid drinking and driving altogether.
  • Change Grow Live offers a free and confidential drug and alcohol service for adults and young people in Warwickshire, which can be accessed through their website.
  • Anyone concerned about suspected drink and drug drivers is urged to call police on 101 or in an emergency 999.

Statistics:

  • 11 drivers were banned from Warwickshire's roads in the past two weeks.
  • The total number of years banned is 20 years.
  • The average age of those convicted for drink driving-related offenses is 41.
  • The average age of those banned for drug driving offenses is 25.
  • The longest ban was imposed on a 38-year-old woman, lasting 44 months.
  • Drink and drug driving is responsible for around 30 deaths and serious injuries on Warwickshire's roads every year.

Sources:

  • West Midlands Police (no date)
  • Change Grow Live (no date)
  • PC Keil Hetherington's statement (no date)