'Unacceptable' - Kildare gardaí warn about dangerous driving behaviour in small village

A garda checkpoint. (File photo)placeholder image
A garda checkpoint. (File photo)

Road safety operation in Kildare

The Naas Roads Policing Unit performed checkpoints at Lumville Cross in the Curragh this morning.

They seized three cars from - Uninsured Drivers and Learner Drivers Unaccompanied.

Kildare Gardaí added: "This will result in Impound Fees, Fixed Charge Penalty Notices and a court appearance for no Insurance.

"Please ensure you and your car are correctly on the road."

Meanwhile gardaí also detected drivers driving at 80km per hour and 75km per hour respectively going through Athgarvan village which is a 50km per hour speed zone. 

Kildare gardaí said: "Athgarvan Village is a very busy location and has a built-up area speed limit of 50Kph.

"We are aware of vehicles racing through this village to make the green light.

"This behaviour is unacceptable and any offenders will be dealt with accordingly. Please slow down."

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