Tonga Police arrested and charged 69 people with drink-driving last week after conducting breathalyser tests on more than 2,800 motorists.
Police said those arrested included 49 men and 20 women as part of an ongoing operation aimed at improving road safety and enforcing traffic laws.
A further 27 motorists were issued infringement notices for driving under the influence of alcohol, according to a police statement released today.
Police did not disclose where the checkpoints were conducted, the alcohol readings recorded or the penalties faced by those charged.
The operation follows continuing concern about road safety and alcohol-related driving in Tonga.
Police warned that intoxicated motorists endangered not only themselves but also their passengers, other road users and surrounding communities.
“The public is reminded that drunk driving is not only risky for the driver; it also puts passengers, the surrounding environment, and other road users in danger,” the statement said.
Police have urged motorists not to drive after consuming alcohol and to make alternative transport arrangements.
