Kildare residents 'afraid to leave their own driveways' due to speeding traffic
By Ken Phelan
Published 14th Sep 2026, 15:30 GMT
A speed checkpoint was recently set up in Barretstown, Newbridge, Co Kildare following residents' complaints
A number of Kildare motorists were caught speeding recently, when Naas Roads Policing Unit carried out a speed checkpoint in Barretstown, Newbridge following complaints from local residents.
One motorist was detected travelling at an incredible 104kph in a 60kph zone.
Other transgressions included:
- 97kph in a 60kph zone
- 89kph in a 60kph zone
- 86kph in a 60kph zone
- 84kph in a 60kph zone
Residents have reportedly told gardaí they are “afraid to leave their own driveways” because of speeding motorists.
A garda spokesperson said: “A 60kph limit means 60kph. Not 80. Not 100. And certainly not 104. Your speed can kill. Think before someone pays the price. Slow down. Now.”
A Fixed Charge Penalty Notice of €160 and three penalty points were issued to each of the offending motorists.