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Drink arrested after lunchtime collision Southampton

A driver has been arrested after failing a roadside breath test it was also discovered they held no Licence or insurance after a collision this afternoon on Wide Lane, Southampton.

Police have confirmed the driver is in custody after providing a positive breath sample.

He also held no insurance or driving licence.

Police have since seized the Vehicle.

Hampshire police said:
“We mirror the annoyance of the aggrieved parties in these types of incidents, were sorry that you are left to pick up the pieces and deal with insurance claim processes.”

A full crash investigation is now underway.