41 motorists, aged 25-68, to be charged for drink-driving offences

A total of 41 motorists, aged between 25 and 68, will be charged on Jun. 25 for drink driving offences.

The motorists were arrested between March and June 2026.

They failed breathalyser tests administered during police enforcement checks.

Repeat offenders

Two male motorists, aged 44 and 48, are repeat drink driving offenders who were stopped by police for checks on Apr. 16 and Jun. 18, respectively.

They were reportedly found to have been driving under the influence of alcohol.

If convicted, they will serve a mandatory jail term.

Left stationary

Three male motorists, aged between 29 and 59, will face additional charges for allegedly being found in their vehicles in a stationary position along Hougang Street 13, Clementi Avenue 5, and Loyang Avenue on Apr. 30, May 9 and Jun. 15, respectively.

Their actions apparently obstructed traffic and potentially caused danger or inconvenience to other road users.

Investigations revealed that the three motorists had driven their cars after allegedly consuming alcohol and had fallen asleep behind the wheel.

They will be charged with drink driving and leaving a vehicle in a position causing undue inconvenience to others.

Punishment

The offence of driving while under the influence of alcohol carries a fine ranging from S$2,000 to S$10,000, a jail term of up to 12 months, or both.

Subsequent offences carry a fine ranging from S$5,000 to S$20,000, and a mandatory jail term of up to two years.

Offenders may also face disqualification from driving all classes of vehicles.

The offence of leaving a vehicle in a position that causes undue inconvenience to others carries a fine of up to S$2,000, a jail term of up to three months, or both.

Subsequent offences carry a fine of up to S$5,000, a jail term of up to six months, or both.

Police reminder

The police reminded motorists that driving under the influence of alcohol is an extremely dangerous and irresponsible act.

Members of the public should not drive if they intend to consume alcohol.

They should opt for alternative forms of transport, such as taking a taxi or private hire vehicle, using public transport, engaging valet services, or designating a non-drinking driver to send them home.

Motorists are also reminded to abide by traffic laws to keep the roads safe.

The police said they do not condone drink driving and will not hesitate to take firm action against motorists who drink and drive.