Drunk driver collapses on road after crash on M1

A drink driver who fell to the floor after being pulled from her car following a crash on the M1 has appeared in court.

Footage of the incident released by police shows the woman collapsing on the road after being helped from the vehicle by officers in South Yorkshire on Thursday.

When she was breathalysed by the roadside she was found to be more than five times the legal drink drive limit.

The 39-year-old from Oldham appeared in court on Friday where she pleaded guilty to failing to provide a specimen for analysis before being bailed to appear in court again on 17 February.

Temporary Roads Policing Inspector Brandon Brown said: "One in six fatal collisions involves a drink driver. The decision to get behind the wheel after a drink can be devastating.

"As experienced roads policing officers, we have sadly had to be that person that delivers the devastating news someone's loved one has died, approaching a house with Christmas lights and cheer brings a greater darkness upon you.

"We can't be everywhere; everyone has a responsibility. If you are going out and planning to have a drink, make a plan – and leave the car at home."

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