KUCHING, Nov 21: Police arrested a man and a woman for drink driving during an Op Mabuk operation on Wednesday night at Jalan Tabuan.
Kuching acting police chief Supt Merbin Lisa said both individuals, aged 28, were stopped at separate locations. A breathalyser test revealed their blood alcohol levels ranged from 111mg to 140mg per 100ml of blood, far exceeding the legal limit of 50mg.
“They are being investigated under Section 45A(1) of the Road Transport Act 1987,” he stated in a press release today.
62 Vehicles Inspected, 20 Summonses Issued
The operation saw police inspecting 62 cars, 10 motorcycles, six four-wheel-drive vehicles, and five multipurpose vehicles.
A total of 20 summonses were issued for various offences, including:
- Driving without a licence
- Expired licences
- Lack of insurance coverage
- Failure to wear seatbelts
- Illegal exhaust modifications
Supt Merbin stressed that the objective of such operations is to reduce road accidents caused by drink driving.
“Driving under the influence endangers not only the driver’s life but also other road users. These checks will be conducted regularly to ensure road safety,” he added.
The police urge the public to be responsible and avoid drink driving. With year-end festivities approaching, such measures are crucial to keep Kuching’s roads safe.
