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Provinces Step Up Holiday Road Checks as High BAC Violations Lead to Vehicle Retentions

The push forms part of Operativo Verano under a zero‑alcohol message with 24‑hour presence on key routes.

Overview

  • In Santiago del Estero, authorities reported the retention of eight cars and two motorcycles after drivers exceeded legal blood‑alcohol limits, with several readings above 1.50 g/L.
  • A motorcyclist stopped on National Route 11 near Avellaneda, Santa Fe, registered 2.85 g/L, prompting a citation, license seizure and removal of the vehicle from circulation.
  • The operations combine breath testing with checks on required documentation, helmet and seatbelt use, vehicle condition and measures against illegal street racing.
  • Deployments continue through the long weekend at city access points and major corridors as part of the Plan Integral de Prevención Vial and the seasonal Operativo Verano.
  • In Pinto, local results included 18 infractions, 12 vehicle retentions and 14 alcohol tests on Friday, followed by 13 infractions and five retentions on Saturday.