A 29-year-old Warrane man has been apprehended and charged with drink driving and other serious traffic charges for the third time in Northern Tasmania.
Just after midnight, police officers from St Helens apprehended the man after he allegedly attempted to evade officers conducting a random breath test.
Inspector Luke Manhood said the man reportedly fled on foot before being caught by officers and subsequently returning a reading of 0.095.
"He has been charged with evading police, exceeding 0.05, and driving whilst disqualified, and his vehicle has been clamped for 28 days.
"This is the third time in recent months the man has been apprehended for similar offences on Tasmania's East Coast.
"On 31 December 2024, the man was apprehended by police on the Esk Highway, Fingal, where he returned a reading of 0.122 and was charged with evading police, stating a false name, speeding, driving with a suspended licence, and exceeding 0.05.
"Then on 25 January 2025, he was intercepted by St Helens Police, where he returned a reading of 0.088, was charged with exceeding 0.05 and driving with a suspended licence.
"This type of dangerous and repeat behaviour is unacceptable and places the community at serious risk.
"This pattern of behaviour may result in significant legal consequences," said Mr Manhood.
"We remain committed to road safety and want everyone to get home safely.
"Our message is simple – if you drink and drive, it's only a matter of time before you get caught. We could be anywhere, at any time," Mr Manhood added.
Anyone who witnesses dangerous driving or suspects someone may be driving under the influence is urged to contact police on 131 444, or Triple Zero (000) in an emergency.
