Police have charged a 35-year-old man from Rokeby after he was caught drink driving more than six times the legal limit.
Clarence Divison's Acting Inspector Daniel Moore said police will allege the man was observed driving in an impaired manner through a nearby shopping district.
"He was intercepted by police shortly before 4pm yesterday on Hance Road, Howrah and returned a breath analysis reading of 0.306 per cent," he said.
"This behaviour is completely unacceptable and puts everyone at risk." he said.
"This incident occurred in the late afternoon, during one of the busiest times on our roads, and it's incredibly fortunate no one was injured."
The man was charged with exceeding the prescribed alcohol limit, driving under the influence of intoxicating liquor and was disqualified from driving for 12 months.
Anyone who suspects someone may be driving under the influence is urged to contact police.
