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Why the surge in summer drink-driving charges in Nelson?

Nelson Police aren’t sure why they’ve seen such a rise in drink-driving charges.

Fifteen people were served with 90-day roadside suspensions in July and August alone which is double the stats from the year before.

Sgt Dino Falcone can think of one possible factor.


Nelson Police will be out in force for the thanksgiving weekend not only checking on drink-driving but seat belt use and the new big problem on our roads – cell phone use.

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