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Cowardly' drink-driver found by police under dining table after killing woman

A drink-driver killed a mother and injured her children, then fled home to hide, showing no remorse for his actions.

Bottomless brunch ends in disaster for drink driver as car flies through air

Misconceptions about alcohol absorption led to serious consequences for Lindami Mremi, highlighting the dangers of drink driving.

Disqualified motorist drives home from court - and gives police a ridiculous excuse

A disqualified motorist drove home from court, claiming he didn't know the ban was immediate.

Met Police officer driving erratically on M25' was twice over alcohol limit

A police officer was arrested for driving under the influence on two occasions, endangering lives and facing disciplinary action.

Watch moment Leicester City player Hamza Choudhury is pulled over for drink-driving

Professional footballer caught drink-driving, fined and banned from driving.
Incident captured on police dashcam as Choudhury drove on the wrong side of the road.

Drink-driver runs red lights and ploughs into cars over taxi fare home

A drink-driver caused multiple accidents in Nottingham after failing to heed police and ran red lights, resulting in a suspended sentence.

Cowardly' drink-driver found by police under dining table after killing woman

A drink-driver killed a mother and injured her children, then fled home to hide, showing no remorse for his actions.

Bottomless brunch ends in disaster for drink driver as car flies through air

Misconceptions about alcohol absorption led to serious consequences for Lindami Mremi, highlighting the dangers of drink driving.

Disqualified motorist drives home from court - and gives police a ridiculous excuse

A disqualified motorist drove home from court, claiming he didn't know the ban was immediate.

Met Police officer driving erratically on M25' was twice over alcohol limit

A police officer was arrested for driving under the influence on two occasions, endangering lives and facing disciplinary action.

Watch moment Leicester City player Hamza Choudhury is pulled over for drink-driving

Professional footballer caught drink-driving, fined and banned from driving.
Incident captured on police dashcam as Choudhury drove on the wrong side of the road.

Drink-driver runs red lights and ploughs into cars over taxi fare home

A drink-driver caused multiple accidents in Nottingham after failing to heed police and ran red lights, resulting in a suspended sentence.
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Lorry with 70,000 of stolen whisky stopped on motorway

Police discovered £70,000 worth of stolen whisky during a drink drive patrol on the M606 after chasing down a suspicious lorry.
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Girls, ages 3 and 4, killed in California collision that police blame on DUI driver

A drunk driver ran a red light causing a crash that killed two young girls and injured their parents.

Man charged with drink driving after crash triggers huge Croydon gas leak

A 59-year-old man was charged with drink driving and caused a gas leak that evacuated 300 residents.
Local residents expressed frustration over the lack of support during the emergency evacuation.

Man charged with drink driving after Audi smashed in three-car Eltham crash

A man was charged with drink driving following a three-car crash in Eltham, highlighting ongoing road safety concerns.

Girls, ages 3 and 4, killed in California collision that police blame on DUI driver

A drunk driver ran a red light causing a crash that killed two young girls and injured their parents.

Man charged with drink driving after crash triggers huge Croydon gas leak

A 59-year-old man was charged with drink driving and caused a gas leak that evacuated 300 residents.
Local residents expressed frustration over the lack of support during the emergency evacuation.

Man charged with drink driving after Audi smashed in three-car Eltham crash

A man was charged with drink driving following a three-car crash in Eltham, highlighting ongoing road safety concerns.
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Study reveals half of London drivers admit to drink-driving over the festive period - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

London drivers have the highest rate of admitting to drink-driving in the UK, with 50% confessing to the act at least once.

Moment drink-driver crashed into gates of prime minister's Chequers residence

A drink-driver was jailed for crashing into the Prime Minister's Chequers estate, highlighting severe consequences of reckless driving under the influence.

Man (27) was 'sleepwalking' when caught drink driving after crashing his car, expert tells court

Sleep disorders can significantly impair driving ability, as demonstrated in the case of Jack Sheehan's accident.

Study reveals half of London drivers admit to drink-driving over the festive period - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

London drivers have the highest rate of admitting to drink-driving in the UK, with 50% confessing to the act at least once.

Moment drink-driver crashed into gates of prime minister's Chequers residence

A drink-driver was jailed for crashing into the Prime Minister's Chequers estate, highlighting severe consequences of reckless driving under the influence.

Man (27) was 'sleepwalking' when caught drink driving after crashing his car, expert tells court

Sleep disorders can significantly impair driving ability, as demonstrated in the case of Jack Sheehan's accident.
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Video: Drink-driver crashes into prime minister's Chequers country estate

A drink-driver crashed into Chequers, injuring himself and causing significant property damage, leading to a lengthy prison sentence.

Bexleyheath perfume thief among latest cases at Bromley and Bexley courts

Recent cases at Bromley and Bexley Magistrates' Courts showcase a range of offenses including theft, drink driving, and possession of a bladed article.

Erith sex offender and drink driver in Bromley and Bexley courts

Individuals involved in criminal activities were sentenced in Bromley and Bexley Magistrates' Courts for offenses like theft, drink driving, and possessing indecent images of children.

Erith drink driver and would-be car thief in Bromley and Bexley courts

The article details recent cases heard in Bromley and Bexley Magistrates' Courts, illustrating various criminal offenses and respective penalties.

Video: Drink-driver crashes into prime minister's Chequers country estate

A drink-driver crashed into Chequers, injuring himself and causing significant property damage, leading to a lengthy prison sentence.

Bexleyheath perfume thief among latest cases at Bromley and Bexley courts

Recent cases at Bromley and Bexley Magistrates' Courts showcase a range of offenses including theft, drink driving, and possession of a bladed article.

Erith sex offender and drink driver in Bromley and Bexley courts

Individuals involved in criminal activities were sentenced in Bromley and Bexley Magistrates' Courts for offenses like theft, drink driving, and possessing indecent images of children.

Erith drink driver and would-be car thief in Bromley and Bexley courts

The article details recent cases heard in Bromley and Bexley Magistrates' Courts, illustrating various criminal offenses and respective penalties.
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Drunk driver crashes stolen Tesla into front of Catford house

A woman crashed a stolen Tesla into a house while drunk, leading to multiple charges and community safety concerns.
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Cat food thief and Orpington 'stalker' in Bromley and Bexley courts

Sentences issued for various offenses including harassment, drink driving, and criminal damage at Bromley and Bexley Magistrates' Courts.

Latest Bromley and Bexley court cases including dentist burglar

Cases from Bromley and Bexley Magistrates' Courts on May 13, 2024.

The south east London drink drivers named and shamed in court

Drink driving results in compulsory bans and fines, with strict limits on alcohol levels in breath and blood.

Cat food thief and Orpington 'stalker' in Bromley and Bexley courts

Sentences issued for various offenses including harassment, drink driving, and criminal damage at Bromley and Bexley Magistrates' Courts.

Latest Bromley and Bexley court cases including dentist burglar

Cases from Bromley and Bexley Magistrates' Courts on May 13, 2024.

The south east London drink drivers named and shamed in court

Drink driving results in compulsory bans and fines, with strict limits on alcohol levels in breath and blood.
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'Get the simple things right' - Drivers urged to slow down over bank holiday weekend

The Garda operation aims to curb road accidents, emphasizing prevention of driving under the influence, especially during the busy bank holiday weekend.

Orpington drink driver and Eltham sex assaulter in Bromley and Bexley courts

A range of criminal cases were handled in Bromley and Bexley Magistrates' Courts, resulting in various sentences and penalties.
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Drink-drive council boss banned after crash

Former Lambeth Council chief executive disqualified from driving for two years following drink driving and related offences, losing his job and relying on family.

Ex-Republic of Ireland international Anthony Stokes cocaine seizure and drink-driving chase sentencing delayed for drug test

Anthony Stokes's sentencing for drug and driving offenses has been postponed due to pending drug test results.

Man caught drink-driving while transporting his dog of 15 years who had just died

A man was caught driving over the alcohol limit while transporting his deceased dog.

Drink-drive council boss banned after crash

Former Lambeth Council chief executive disqualified from driving for two years following drink driving and related offences, losing his job and relying on family.

Ex-Republic of Ireland international Anthony Stokes cocaine seizure and drink-driving chase sentencing delayed for drug test

Anthony Stokes's sentencing for drug and driving offenses has been postponed due to pending drug test results.

Man caught drink-driving while transporting his dog of 15 years who had just died

A man was caught driving over the alcohol limit while transporting his deceased dog.
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Drink driving arrest after woman injured in crash

A man was arrested for drink driving after a crash left a woman injured on Broxhill Road.

Ex-Arsenal man arrested after police spot "unusual" behaviour in potentially serious crime

Jens Lehmann has been arrested in Germany on suspicion of drink driving after unusual driving behavior was reported.

Suspected drink driver arrested after car smashes into parked car in South Norwood

Driver arrested for drink driving after crash in South Norwood
Incident occurred in Portland Street, South Norwood at 7.30pm

Drink driving arrest after woman injured in crash

A man was arrested for drink driving after a crash left a woman injured on Broxhill Road.

Ex-Arsenal man arrested after police spot "unusual" behaviour in potentially serious crime

Jens Lehmann has been arrested in Germany on suspicion of drink driving after unusual driving behavior was reported.

Suspected drink driver arrested after car smashes into parked car in South Norwood

Driver arrested for drink driving after crash in South Norwood
Incident occurred in Portland Street, South Norwood at 7.30pm
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Louth judge dismisses drink driving charge after listening back to audio recording of garda's evidence

The accused faced charges of drink driving and dangerous driving but had the case dismissed due to lack of clarity on the specific time of driving.

Slurring drink driver tries to blame dog after crashing into house railings

Driver blamed crash on dog
Driver found more than twice the legal alcohol limit

Drink driver reversed over baby girl and caused fractured skull

A woman was jailed for running over a one-year-old baby girl while drunk behind the wheel.
The baby suffered serious injuries, including a bleed on the brain and fractured ribs.

Driver stops for a nap in middle of dual carriageway - and has to be woken by police

A drink driver fell asleep on a dual carriageway and had to be woken up by police officers.
The driver was found asleep in his car with the engine running and his seatbelt on, and was over the legal limit for alcohol.

Woman in hospital with leg injury after car crashes into bus stop in London

A car crashed into a bus stop on Oxford Street in London, injuring a woman.
The woman was taken to the hospital with a non-life threatening leg injury.

Ireland football star Shane Duffy given road ban and fined 32,000 over drink-drive crash

Shane Duffy fined and banned for three years for drink driving incident.
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