Sussex Police drink and drug-drive crackdown as World Cup starts

Sussex Police have launched their latest drink and drug-driving campaign to coincide with the 2018 World Cup.

The Surrey and Sussex Roads Policing Unit will tackle the issue throughout the football tournament, which runs until July 15.

The aim is to make sure motorists know the consequences when it comes to driving under the influence.

Officers are also advising drinkers to delay driving the next morning, as they could still be over the limit.

Sussex Police say ‘if you’re prepared to drive under the influence of drink or drugs, prepare to face the consequences’.

These could include the following:

- A minimum 12 month ban;

- An unlimited fine;

- A possible prison sentence;

- A criminal record, which could affect your current and future employment;

- An increase in your car insurance;

- Trouble travelling to countries such as the USA.

Chief Inspector Warren Franklin, of the Surrey and Sussex Roads Policing Unit, said: “The number of football fans drinking in pubs and bars or at home will naturally increase, and that’s fine. What’s not fine is driving when you’re over the limit.