19 motorists arrested in Kildare garda bank holiday Road Safety Campaign

An alarming 19 motorists were arrested on Kildare's roads over the May bank holiday weekend for driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs.

A total of 29 vehicles were also seized, for offences ranging from no insurance; no tax; disqualified drivers; and unaccompanied learner drivers.

Speed checks were also conducted across the county, with a number of notable speeds detected.

These included: 100km/h in a 60km/h zone; 90km/h in a 50km/h zone; 89 km/h in a 50km/h zone; and 83km/h in a 50km/h zone.

An Garda Síochána Kildare's message to the public is: "Road safety is everyone’s responsibility. Let’s work together for safer roads. #SaferRoads #GardaTraffic #NaasRPU #RoadPolicing #DriveSafe"

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