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Cyberabad Traffic Police apprehend 182 motorists in weekend drunk-drive checks

The Cyberabad Traffic Police conducted a weekend drunk-driving enforcement drive, apprehending a total of 182 motorists. Among the offenders, 154 were on two-wheelers, seven on three-wheelers, 20 on four-wheelers, and one on a heavy vehicle. Of the 182 offenders, 149 had blood alcohol concentration (BAC) levels between 36 mg/100 ml and 200 mg/100 ml, 25 had BAC levels ranging from 201 mg/100 ml to 300 mg/100 ml, and eight had BAC levels between 301 mg/100 ml and 550 mg/100 ml.

All 182 offenders will be taken to court for further action. Additionally, courts disposed of 308 drunk-driving cases between August 24 and 29, with 301 offenders receiving fines, seven receiving a fine and social service, and one receiving a fine and imprisonment.

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