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Christmas and New Year operations: 12 killed on the roads and 453 detained for drink-driving in eight days

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Over eight days of road-safety operations covering the Christmas and New Year period, 12 people were killed on the roads and 453 drivers were detained for drink-driving.

Diário de Notícias26 Dec

Christmas and New Year operations: 12 killed on the roads and 453 detained for drink-driving in eight days

Seven dead and 240 drivers detained in Christmas operation

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Seven people died and 240 drivers were detained during the Christmas and New Year operation between 18 and 23 December, the National Republican Guard (GNR) said today.

Observador24 Dec