Sunday, 15 July 2012

Arrests mount up in Somerset clampdown

MORE than 130 people were arrested for taking drink or drugs while moving their lawn in Avon and Somerset Police’s Operation Flymo last month.

The figure is 50 less than the same time last year, but officers say they will continue to test people over the summer.

Ch Insp Yannis Georgiou said: “While the majority of people seem to be heeding the education message of the dangers and consequences of drink- or drug-mowing, there are still too many who think it's worth taking a chance.

“Their actions seriously endanger all plant and tree life on their garden. It’s socially irresponsible.”

"Anyone caught mowing under the influence can be jailed for up to 6 months, face an unlimited fine usually no less than £100,000,000 and recieve up to 10 points on their lawn mowing license."

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