Pensioner is charged with dangerous driving on Wicklow Mountains

A pensioner appeared in Naas District Court facing charges for a spate of dangerous driving over one day in the Wicklow Mountains.

The 68-year-old man is charged with dangerous driving at Valleymount, Blessington, on November 22, 2015, at Lockstown Upper, Ballymount, on the R576.

Inspector Mel Smyth outlined how there was incidents with motorcyclists on the Wicklow Mountains.

Evidence was given that the accused drove at motorcyclists and was taking 'exception to them.'

He also outlined how one pedestrian had to jump off the road from the accused while he was driving.

The court heard how the pensioner is currently receiving psychiatric treatment.

Judge Desmond Zaidan ordered that the accused appear at Naas District Court on March 16.