LatviaPublished: 13 September 2026 at 10:45

15 drivers caught driving under the influence over past 24 hours

Latvian police report that 15 drivers were caught driving under the influence of alcohol on the country's roads over the past 24 hours, the State Police told the LETA agency.

Over the past 24 hours, 15 vehicle drivers were caught driving under the influence of alcohol on Latvia's roads, the State Police reported to the LETA news agency.

The figures indicate that drunk driving remains a persistent issue on Latvian roads, with police continuing to carry out regular checks to identify individuals operating vehicles while intoxicated.

The source report did not provide further details about the specific cases, the locations where drivers were stopped, or any consequences the detained drivers may face.

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