Ex Border Force Worker Admits Drink Driving After A66 Crash

A former Border Force worker told police he was over the legal alcohol limit after his vehicle struck a road sign on the A66, according to a report published by News and Star on October 21, 2026. The driver acknowledged his condition to officers who responded to the incident.

When police arrived following the collision, the former employee made a direct admission about his alcohol level. His statement indicated that he understood he had exceeded the legal limit for driving.

"Just arrest me. I'm over the limit." the former Border Force worker told police.

The report's headline also stated that the driver had made a rash decision to drive to Liverpool. However, the available source text does not provide further details about his journey, the circumstances leading to the collision, or any subsequent legal proceedings.

News and Star published the report on October 21, 2026, as part of its coverage associated with its sister publication, USA Today. The article noted that it had been written by American colleagues and might not reflect the views of The Herald.