A member of the public reported the erratic driving to the Police
Bridlington's Neighbourhood Policing Team along with Patrol officers made an arrest on Sunday evening following reports of an erratic driver.
Officers say the vehicle involved subsequently crashed.
The driver was arrested on suspicion of drug driving, having failed a roadside drugs wipe.
Officers involved in the incident say:
"It was a miracle nobody was hurt. A big thank you to the member of public who reported this to Police."
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A woman has been arrested after officers were called to reports of a suspected drink driver on Thursday.
Scarborough's North Bay will be transformed this weekend as the Scarborough Extreme event returns, offering free activities ranging from BMX demonstrations to climbing and martial arts for all ages.
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