A female driver allegedly blew more than five times the legal limit after being pulled over at a police checkpoint in Kalkallo yesterday afternoon.
Police were alerted by passing motorists of a white Toyota Corolla sedan allegedly seen driving erratically on the Hume Freeway about 3.25pm.
The 53-year-old woman was pulled over at the checkpoint where she underwent a breath-test.
Police were shocked when the woman returned an alleged reading of .277.
The Research woman was also found to be driving on a suspended licence.
Her car was impounded and she is expected to be charged on summons with drink driving.
Police are appealing for any witnesses or anyone with dash cam footage to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or submit a confidential report at www.crimestoppersvic.com.au
