Newton Mearns pensioner, 83, arrested in connection with drink driving collision

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Newton Mearns pensioner, 83, arrested in connection with drink driving collision
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Emergency Services were called to Laggan Road on Wednesday, July 31, after the alarm was raised. Officers say the driver of the vehicle failed a roadside breath test.

An 83-year-old-man was arrested at the scene and has been charged with a 'drink driving offence'. He will appear in court at a later date.READ MORE: £60k cannabis farm found in Airdrie property after police called in over explosion fears

A Police Scotland spokesperson said: "On Wednesday night Police received a report of a vehicle collision on Laggan Road, Newton Mearns. An 83 year old male was arrested for failing the roadside breath test. He was taken to custody to appear at court at a later date for a drink driving offence." Sign up to our daily Glasgow Live newsletter here to receive news and features direct to your inbox

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