Impairment cameras trialled in South-West

A ‘world first, state-of-the-art’ camera system which uses AI to help detect impaired drivers has been trialled in Devon & Cornwall. The technology, pioneered by road safety firm Acusensus, detects road use and behaviour consistent with drivers who may be under the influence of alcohol or drugs.

This information is then communicated in real-time to police officers at a nearby location who can then pull the vehicle over and conduct further enquiries – potentially including roadside impairment testing for drugs and alcohol.

The camera system, which is based on the existing mobile phone and seatbelt technology, is relocatable and can be moved to different locations. The trial took place throughout December to coincide with other drink-driving campaigns.