Police traffic ranks on the East Coast of Demerara (ECD) have arrested and charged two persons, including a teenager for allegedly driving while they were above the prescribed alcohol limit.
They will be arraigned this week before a Magistrate. Charged are Sachin Singh, 19, of Second Street, Belmonte, Mahaica, ECD, and 27-year-old Ryan Dabyram of Supply, Mahaica, ECD.
Ryan Dabyram
Driving while above the prescribed alcohol limit attracts a charge for the offence of driving under the influence (DUI) which carries a fine. Persons can be charged for this traffic violation if, when tested, their blood alcohol content is found to exceed the prescribed limit of 35 micrograms of alcohol in 100 millilitres of breath, and their blood alcohol concentration exceeds 80 milligrams of alcohol in 100 millilitres of blood.
The Guyana Police Force (GPF) has launched countrywide campaigns aimed at encouraging drivers to practice safe road use.
During the campaigns, Police ranks would lecture drivers on the road safety theme: “Arrive Alive, Stop Speeding, Don’t Drink & Drive”; obeying traffic officials, signs, and functions of the traffic light; adherence to the speed limits, and maintenance of motor vehicles.
Sachin Singh
They are also advised against using handheld devices while driving and driving a vehicle under the influence of alcohol. Drivers were also encouraged to ensure that their driver’s licence and other documents are up to date before using a motor vehicle; and to practice the five Cs—care, caution, consideration, common sense, and courtesy when using the roadways.
Police statistics show that driving under the influence of alcohol and excessive speeding are the leading causes of accidents, including fatal ones, in Guyana. (G1)
