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Man arrested following reports of ‘poor driving’ near Chipping Norton

Byoxfordnewspaper

Aug 29, 2022

A MAN was arrested and was found to be almost four times over the limit for alcohol while driving.

In a statement online, Thames Valley Police’s (TVP) Cherwell branch said that a man was arrested following reports of ‘poor driving’ near Chipping Norton on Thursday evening.

The man was arrested on suspicion of driving whilst unfit and driving whilst over the prescribed limit of alcohol, TVP reported.

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The post from the force added: “The male blew 130mcg on the intoximeter, the legal limit being just 35mcg.

“He was subsequently charged with driving whilst unfit, driving whilst over the prescribed limit of alcohol and obstructing a police constable.

“Please remember to report drink drivers on 999 if driving or about to drive.

“Information about drink drivers can also be provided to Crimestoppers anonymously.”

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