Posted: Wed 15th Jan 2025

Public tip-off leads to HGV driver’s arrest on A55 after testing positive for cocaine

News and Info from Deeside, Flintshire, North Wales

North Wales Police arrested six individuals for drug driving yesterday, Tuesday, January 14, including a 57-year-old HGV driver stopped on the A55 near Llanddulas after testing positive for cocaine.

The HGV driver, from Runcorn, was intercepted following reports from concerned members of the public about erratic driving on the A470.

Officers from the Roads Crime Unit stopped the vehicle on the A55, conducted a roadside drug test, and subsequently arrested the driver.

 

He has been released under investigation pending further test results.

Among the other arrests was a 26-year-old disqualified driver from Widnes, stopped in Bangor on the A55. He tested positive for both cannabis and cocaine and was taken into custody.

A 45-year-old man from Kinmel Bay was also arrested on suspicion of drug driving after testing positive for cocaine.

During the stop, officers discovered two defective tyres with exposed cords, a lack of a valid MOT, and that the driver wasn’t wearing a seatbelt.

He was issued with Traffic Offence Reports (TORs) in addition to being taken into custody.

Chief Inspector Caroline Mullen-Hurst of North Wales Police praised the public for reporting concerning behaviour on the roads, stating: “We’d like to thank the individuals who phoned us with their concerns… they have potentially saved lives.”

She warned about the dangers of driving under the influence of drugs: “Drugs can affect your mind and body in a variety of ways that mean you aren’t able to drive safely. The effects can last for hours or even days. Driving while impaired significantly increases the chances of being involved in a collision.”

Chief Inspector Mullen-Hurst emphasised the devastating consequences of impaired driving: “We’ve seen the aftermath of far too many tragedies on the roads of North Wales due to the selfish actions of a minority. Choosing to drive when impaired by drugs is dangerous and unacceptable.”

North Wales Police reminded the public of the importance of reporting dangerous driving.

If you suspect someone is driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol, you can contact the police via their website, call 101, or reach Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111. In an emergency, always dial 999.

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