Kerry drink and drug driving arrests rise by four percent

Incidents of driving under the influence of drink or drugs in County Kerry increased by four percent over twelve months, Radio Kerry reported. The figures come from the crime data report for the second quarter of 2026 published by the Central Statistics Office. [1]

The Kerry Garda Division recorded 82 arrests for drink or drug driving between April and the end of June 2026, Radio Kerry reported. That figure is up from 79 incidents recorded during the same period in 2025. [1]

Total recorded crime incidents on roads across County Kerry fell by more than three percent over the year, according to Radio Kerry. Dangerous or careless driving incidents in the county dropped by 45 percent, with 38 incidents recorded during the second quarter. [1]

Alcoholic drinks contain ethanol produced through fermentation or distillation, which can range from three percent to 50 percent concentrations. Excessive consumption of alcohol can cause health issues such as liver damage, addiction, and degraded overall human health. [2][3]