Driver blows allegedly five times the limit

Tara Murray

A driver allegedly blew more than five times the legal limit at a police checkpoint in Kalkallo on Monday afternoon.

Police were alerted by passing motorists to a white Toyota Corolla sedan allegedly seen driving erratically on the Hume Freeway about 3.25pm.

A 53-year-old woman was pulled over at a checkpoint where she underwent a breath test and allegedly recorded a reading of 0.277.

The woman was also found to be driving on a suspended license.

Police impounded her car and she’s expected to be charged on summons with drink driving.

Any witnesses or anyone with dash cam footage is asked to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or at www.crimestoppersvic.com.au