Leicestershire Police has reported making 94 arrested for suspected drink and drug driving offences during first four weeks of clamp down.

Of the 94 arrests, 70 arrests were made for drink driving, 17 for drug driving and seven for failing to provide a sample.

Just under half of arrests were stopped within Leicester City, with the rest of the offences recorded across Leicestershire and Rutland, 16 of which were in Charnwood Borough alone.

Police have raised concern over the fact that 25 of the arrests were made following roadside collisions, with one driver being nearly four times over the legal alcohol limit.

13 arrested motorists were between 5am and noon, highlighting the high risk of drivers who get behind the wheel the morning after drinking or consuming drugs.

Of the arrests, those arrested vary massively in age with 16 of the drivers being aged 24 or younger and the oldest person being aged 82.

Chief Inspector Jodie White, Specialist Support Department, Leicestershire Police said: 'These figures demonstrate that far too many people are still choosing to drive after drinking alcohol or taking drugs, putting themselves and others at significant risk.

'With the World Cup taking place and many people enjoying social events over the summer, our message is simple: plan ahead and make safe choices.

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'If you are going out, arrange a designated sober driver, book a taxi, use public transport or choose alcohol-free alternatives.

''Whatever you do, don't take the risk of driving after drinking or taking drugs.

'Our officers will continue to be out on patrol day and night, targeting those who put lives at risk on our roads.'