Gwent Police: Tackling drink and drug driving this Christmas
You can now report those driving under the influence anonymously, by texting DRIVE to 66777.
Today, Monday 12 December, Gwent Police has launched the new 'DRIVE’ initiative, aiming to identify those driving while impaired over the festive period.
The DRIVE initiative enables someone to anonymously report anyone they suspect of driving under the influence of drink or drugs.
It is simple to use – text DRIVE followed by as much detail as possible to 66777 and a report will be received which Gwent Police can act on.
Please include as much of the below information as possible:
- location
- time
- vehicle make and model
- driver’s name
- number plate.
Please note: you must start your message with DRIVE.
Inspector Christine James, Gwent Police said: “We would like to encourage anybody who suspects that someone is driving under the influence to use this number and report it to us.
“The service is 100% anonymous and can be used by anyone from strangers to concerned friends and family, to prevent other road users being put at risk.
“It’s a quick, easy, and effective way to help keep our roads safe.”
Superintendent Mike Richards, Gwent Police said: “While most motorists drive within the law, some people selfishly put others at risk by driving under the influence of drink or drugs.
“Our officers have attended far too many fatal road traffic collisions over the last twelve months, directly caused by people drink or drug driving.
“It’s unacceptable and will not be tolerated.
“We hope that this new, anonymous initiative will encourage people to report those who are risking not only their own lives, but the lives of others by drink or drug driving.”
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