HGV detected breaking speed limit in this Kildare town
By Ken Phelan
Published 11th Jun 2026, 16:30 GMT
Naas Roads Policing Unit stopped the vehicle in Painstown, Co Kildare
As part of National Slow Down Day, which was implemented across Co Kildare earlier this week, Naas Roads Policing Unit came across a HGV in Painstown that was travelling dangerously fast.
Gardai detected the HGV travelling at 93km/h in a 60 km/h zone on the R407.
A Fixed Charge Penalty Notice (€160) and three penalty points have been issued.
A garda spokesperson said of the offence: “Speed limits are not optional. They are there to protect all road users.
“Slow down. The consequences of speeding can be far greater than a fine and penalty points.”