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Surrey Police Arrests Surge Amid Holiday Traffic Tragedies

1/16/2026

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Surrey Police's Operation Limit recorded 369 arrests for drink and drug driving in December, up from 196 last year.
The operation's aim is to reduce fatalities and serious injuries over the festive period.
Three horses died in two crashes on the A3, prompting traffic diversions.
Emergency services responded to incidents involving loose horses, a lorry, and a car.
All three horses were confirmed dead at the scene.

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Story summary

Surrey Police's Operation Limit recorded 369 arrests for drink and drug driving in December, up from 196 last year.
The operation's aim is to reduce fatalities and serious injuries over the festive period.
Three horses died in two crashes on the A3, prompting traffic diversions.
Emergency services responded to incidents involving loose horses, a lorry, and a car.
All three horses were confirmed dead at the scene.