217 drunk drivers arrested within 24 hours

A total number of 4841 motorists have been arrested for driving under the influence of alcohol from July 5 to July 23, the police media said.   

A special island-wide operation was commenced from last Friday, in order to apprehend drunk drivers.

Accordingly 217 drunk drivers were arrested from July 22, 6.00am to July 23, 6.00am.