POLICE in Dumbarton have warned drivers not to risk their lives by driving while under the influence.

Police Scotland launched the second week-long summer drink/drug drive campaign to coincide with a time of year when statistics show Scotland’s road users are at their highest risk of being killed or seriously injured because the driver was under the influence of alcohol or drugs.

The campaign will combine intelligence-led high visibility patrols and roadside checks to detect those driving under the influence of drink or drugs, while also looking out for well-intention early morning motorists that may still have substances in their system from the night before.

The first campaign in May saw 121 drivers reported for drink or drug driving.

Chief Superintendent Andy Edmonston, head of road policing for Police Scotland, said: "It is disappointing that so many people made the wrong decision earlier this summer and were prepared to put themselves and every other road user at risk. They are now paying the consequences for their actions.

"The fact is that the effects of alcohol do not wear off immediately. Drivers must consider that even if you make alternative arrangements to get home after an event, you could be over the limit the next day, depending upon the amount you have had to drink.

"If you choose to drink and drive or drive whilst unfit due to the effects of drugs there is a high likelihood that you will be caught. Our message is simple - the best approach is none.”

Anyone with information on drink/drug drivers can contact Police Scotland on 999 in an emergency. Alternatively, call 101 or Crimestoppers in complete anonymity on 0800 555 111.