Drivers charged following Taranaki road policing operation
Sunday 16 August 2026 · 2 outlets · 2 reports · updated In this story NZ Police, Taranaki Police
Police conducted a weekend operation across Taranaki, including New Plymouth and Inglewood, involving 460 compulsory breath tests. Seven drivers were charged with driving while forbidden, suspended or disqualified, and two vehicles allegedly attempted to evade checkpoints. The operation resulted in various drink-driving charges and infringement notices.