Man allegedly caught drink driving three times in just over a week in Tasmania

A man in northwest Tasmania faces serious charges after allegedly being caught drink driving for the third time within a span of just over a week. The 43-year-old's alleged disregard for road safety has led to his vehicle being clamped and an upcoming court appearance.

The series of alleged offenses began on June 5, when police intercepted the man in Devonport. He was charged with a high-range drink-driving offense, reportedly returning a blood alcohol reading more than four times the legal limit. Following this incident, he was issued a two-year Road Safety Disqualification Notice, meaning he should not have been driving.

However, just two days later, police responded to a single-vehicle crash at Forth. They found the same man in the driver's seat and he had to be extricated by emergency services. He was taken to the North West Regional Hospital for treatment and blood analysis.

Less than a week after the crash, on Saturday, police apprehended the man again while he was driving in Forth. He was arrested for driving while disqualified and allegedly registered a breath analysis reading of 0.210, which is more than four times the legal limit. Inspector Adam Spencer of Tasmania Police expressed grave concern over the repeat offending, highlighting the significant risk to the community. "It is extremely concerning to see someone continue to make the same dangerous decision to get behind the wheel while heavily intoxicated," Spencer stated. "This level of offending shows a blatant disregard for the safety of other road users and emergency responders."

The man's vehicle has been clamped, and he is scheduled to appear in court in October.

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It is extremely concerning to see someone continue to make the same dangerous decision to get behind the wheel while heavily intoxicated. This level of offending shows a blatant disregard for the safety of other road users and emergency responders.