Series of local roadside breath tests see all drivers blowing zero

A LOCAL neighbourhood policing sergeant has said he is "delighted" that no-one was found drink driving during a recent series of breath tests in Omagh.

Officers in Omagh carried out a series of random roadside breath tests in the town on Saturday, August 12 as part of ongoing efforts to ensure that no driver takes the unacceptable risk of drinking and driving.

Every driver tested had an alcohol in breath reading of zero.

Neighbourhood Policing Sergeant Hamill said: “We were delighted that everyone tested had an alcohol in breath reading of zero.

“Drink or drug driving consistently remains one of the principal causes of the most serious road traffic collisions in which people are killed or seriously injured on roads in Northern Ireland.

“Reducing deaths and serious injury on our roads is a policing priority and we will continue to target the small minority of people who disregard the laws.

“Our message is clear. Never EVER drink and drive.

“Before consuming alcohol and getting behind the wheel, we would ask you – could you live with the responsibility for the death of or serious harm caused to another person through your actions?

“Anyone who has concerns can make a report on 101, or 999 in an emergency.”