Alcoblow will be re-introduced in major roads in Thika sub-county to curb drunk driving during the festive season, Thika DCC Jeremiah Gicheru has said.
Speaking at Thika Stadium during the Jamhuri Day fete on Saturday, Gicheru warned motorists against drunk driving saying that he will liaise with the area traffic base commander to have alcoblow re-introduced in Thika roads immediately.
"Drunk driving will not be tolerated in this sub-county at all whether you are public service vehicle driver or a personal one. We will not allow citizens' lives to be lost through reckless and careless driving. It is simple, if you drink, don't drive," said Gicheru.
Gicheru also called upon the other members of the public to avoid irresponsible drinking especially when in public places saying they could be hit by speeding vehicles or even be drugged in the drinking joints.
The DCC at the same time asked party and night 'kesha' organisers to be informing the police in advance to be provided with adequate security to avoid being ambushed by thugs, cases which he said are on the rise.
"Don't take your security and that of your guests for granted. In the past few weeks we have received cases of thugs ambushing people's events and that is why we want everybody to be extra cautious," Gicheru added.