Police in Shropshire are increasing attempts to tackle dangerous drivers who get behind the wheel as the World Cup kicks off in Qatar this weekend.
West Mercia Police are increasing attempts to tackle drink and drug driving as the World Cup kicks off
Figures indicate that over the past five years 28 people have died on the roads in West Mercia where alcohol has been a contributory factor and a further 229 have suffered serious injuries. Superintendent Steph Brighton said:"It’s extremely frustrating that some motorists still selfishly choose to drive under the influence of drink or drugs in the knowledge that their actions could kill or seriously injure themselves or others.
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