Central District Police are on a mission – to make sure the festive season is merrier by taking impaired drivers off the roads.

As the Christmas period approaches, Central District Police’s Operation Rudolph has taken off, to remind motorists that drinking and driving is simply not okay.

Between Wednesday 26 November to Saturday 29 November, Taranaki road policing staff tested more than 18,000 drivers.

Manawatū Road Policing Services Team Leader Senior Sergeant Andy Reid is urging all motorists to take responsibility in keeping the roads safe.

Police are asking for the public’s help finding Metallica, who has been reported missing from the Manurewa area.

The 13-year-old was last seen at about 8.45am on 14 November.

Metallica is described as about 160cms tall with long black hair.

She is known to frequent the Wellsford area.

If you have seen Metallica or have information that might help us find her, please call 111 and quote reference number 251114/0125.

ENDS.

Holly McKay/NZ Police