A 46-year-old woman has been charged after allegedly being caught driving with a blood alcohol reading five times the legal limit in Cairns. Police allege the woman was pulled over on the Captain Cook Highway at Machans Beach about 9:20pm on Saturday.
It is alleged she returned a breath alcohol reading of 0.25 per cent, which is five times the legal limit of 0.05. The woman was taken into custody and her vehicle was impounded for 30 days.
Police Statement
Senior Constable Russell Parker said the incident was concerning and highlighted the dangers of drink driving. "This is an extremely high reading and it is fortunate that no one was injured," he said. "Drink driving puts everyone at risk, and we will continue to target those who choose to get behind the wheel after drinking."
Charges and Court Appearance
The woman has been charged with high-range drink driving and is expected to appear in the Cairns Magistrates Court on December 5. She faces a maximum penalty of up to 18 months imprisonment or a fine of up to $5,500, and an automatic disqualification from driving for at least six months.
Police are urging anyone with information about drink driving to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.
