Drunk Derbyshire driver arrested by police – who was bailed after the same offence just 24 hours earlier

Officers arrested a Derbyshire drink driver today – who had been taken into custody for the same offence the day before.
By Tom Hardwick
Published 31st Jul 2022, 13:59 GMT
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On Sunday, July 31, the Derbyshire Roads Policing Unit stopped a driver in Peartree, Derby. The vehicle was seen driving around with no lights on, despite heavy rain.

Officers stopped the vehicle and gave the driver a roadside breath test – which came back positive.

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The DRPU also discovered that the motorist had been charged with drink driving the day before, and was bailed to appear at court.

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On this occasion the driver was not bailed – with officers remanding them into custody.