Motorist caught speeding in Ballina during current cold snap
Over the last 72 hours, while roads across the country have experienced freezing temperatures, 375 drivers have been detected for speeding in excess of the posted speed limit.
An Garda Síochána continue to appeal to drivers to slow down during this ongoing period of extremely cold weather.
Over the last 72 hours, while roads across the country have experienced freezing temperatures, 375 drivers have been detected for speeding in excess of the posted speed limit.
As is continuously highlighted speed limits are not targets, An Garda Síochána have stated. Drivers should always travel, not just within the speed limit, but at an appropriate safe speed for the weather, road and traffic conditions.
Examples of speeding detections in the west of the country made by members of An Garda Síochána and Mobile Safety Camera Vans (GoSafe, Road Safety Partners), include:
- 99km/hr in a 50km/hr zone on the Dublin Road, Galway
- 97km/hr in a 50km/hr zone on the Dublin Road, Galway
In addition, 29 drivers were arrested in the last 72 hours for driving under the influence of an intoxicant (alcohol and drugs).
