NEWS ALERT: High Range Drink Driving Crash in Stockton
Newcastle City Police District officers were on Fullerton Street Stockton early morning on Sunday, May 7th when a Honda Civic was observed driving north and colliding with their parked police vehicle. The driver, a 54-year-old male, was subjected to a roadside breath test which returned a positive result.
The driver was arrested and taken to Waratah Police Station where he underwent a breath analysis test, returning a high range reading of 0.159. As a result, his license was suspended and he was issued with a court attendance notice to appear before Newcastle Local Court later this month.
This incident highlights the dangers of driving under the influence of alcohol and serves as a reminder to the public to never drink and drive. The Newcastle City Police District urges everyone to always plan a safe and sober ride home.