Early morning arrest after motorist tests positive for Cocaine and Cannabis

Gardai made an early arrest this morning in Dunboyne, just over the Kildare border.

A motorist was stopped by Meath Roads Policing Unit at around 8am and given a roadside drugs test.

He was arrested and taken to Ashbourne Garda Station.

Enquires further established that the motorist was disqualified from driving.

He was also relieved of his car on suspicion of no Insurance, no NCT and no tax.

A small quantity of cannabis resin was also seized.

Gardai said an early court appearance is expected for the motorist.