More than 100 motorists caught driving under influence of drugs or alcohol during weekend

Chief superintendent Jane Humphries said the number detected as driving having taken drugs or alcohol was well above average and urged people to 'call out' this kind of behaviour if they see it this Christmas. File picture: Sam Boal/ Collins

Gardaí detected more than 100 motorists driving under the influence over the weekend, as they said there would be higher visibility from officers on roads around the country over the festive period.

Chief superintendent Jane Humphries said the number detected as driving having taken drugs or alcohol was well above average and urged people to “call out” this kind of behaviour if they see it this Christmas.