Driver fails breath test after losing control and crashing on A1(M) in Harrogate district
A motorist has failed a breath test after losing control and crashing on a major road in the Harrogate district over the weekend.
The driver of a grey Peugeot lost control and crashed on the A1(M) near Dishforth in the early hours of Sunday (26 November) morning.
They failed a roadside breath test at the scene and also failed an evidential breath test.
Sergeant Paul Cording, of North Yorkshire Police, said on X: “The driver of this vehicle subsequently failed a roadside breath test.
"An evidential breath test has been obtained which is also above the legal limit.
"Thankfully no injuries – don’t drink and drive.”