A MAN has been charged with driving three times the limit and in a careless manner.

At 11.50pm on Friday, June 22 at Central Avenue, Troon, it is alleged a 26-year-old man was driving a Silver Hyundai and collided with another vehicle before leaving the scene.

Police were called in relation to the road traffic collision. It is claimed the driver was traced nearby and failed the roadside breath test.

The man was arrested and released on undertaking. He will appear at court at a later date.