Gold Coast police have busted 13 people drink driving as part of a targeted operation in the lead up to the long weekend.
Officers set up two roadside breath testing sites at Broadbeach and Burleigh Heads last Friday, where they conducted 770 tests.
13 people were allegedly caught driving under the influence. seven at the Broadbeach site and six in Burleigh.
Of note at the Burleigh site, a 20-year-old Currumbin Waters man allegedly returned a breath alcohol result of .134 per cent, nearly three times the legal limit. He also had six passengers in his vehicle, two of which were unrestrained.
A 28-year-old Palm Beach man also returned a returned a breath alcohol result of .128 per cent and was issued with a Notice to Appear for driving a motor vehicle over the middle alcohol limit.
In Broadbeach, a 33-year-old Surfers Paradise woman returned a breath alcohol result of .099 per cent, while a 47-year-old Tugun man returned a breath alcohol result of .089 per cent.
Acting Chief Superintendent Brett Jackson said the results were a concerning reminder that some motorists continue to take risks on the road.
“Despite clear messaging and ongoing enforcement, we are still detecting drivers choosing to get behind the wheel after drinking,” Acting Chief Superintendent Jackson said.
“These operations are designed to be unpredictable – anytime, anywhere – and this includes during adverse weather conditions when drivers may think police won’t be out.
“The reality is drink driving puts everyone at risk. One poor decision can have lifelong consequences for not only the driver, but innocent road users.
“We will continue to run high-visibility and targeted operations as part of Operation Interpose to keep the community safe and hold offenders to account.”
