August Bank Holiday Weekend Roads Policing Operation

Saturday, 3 August 2024 15:18

By Lauren Gray

An Garda Síochána are warning people of Kildare and around Ireland to drive safely

Gardaí are out detecting poor driving behaviours such as driving above the speed limit as part of a the August Bank Holiday road safety operation.

So far, almost 125,317 vehicles have been checked for speeding.

It is positive that the majority of motorists are travelling within the designated speed, however, 440 drivers have been detected and some have been especially dangerous.

An Garda Síochána continue to monitor and conduct checkpoints on our roads, using our technology to detect those speeding nationwide.

Remember to please slow down and drive safely today and every day.

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