June Bank Holiday Road Safety Operation ramps up in Longford
An Garda Síochána have stated that every Garda on duty during the June Bank Holiday weekend will be involved in roads policing operation, with a particular focus on detecting drivers under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
The first day of the Garda June Bank Holiday policing operation kicked off in Longford yesterday with a multi-agency checkpoint being conducted in conjunction with Revenue, Customs, and the Road Safety Authority.
The nationwide operation will continue throughout the long weekend until next Tuesday, June 2, with Gardaí carrying out high-visibility checkpoints and mandatory intoxicant testing across the country.
During the opening day of the nationwide policing operation, over 630 motorists were detected speeding. Gardaí also detected more than 100 motorists either using a mobile phone while driving or failing to wear a seatbelt.
A total of 24 people were arrested for driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs during Thursday’s enforcement activity.
Among the notable speeding detections recorded were:
- 76km/h in a 50km/h zone on the R402 in Edenderry, Offaly
- 95km/h in a 60km/h zone on the Monaghan Road in Castleblayney, Monaghan
- 120km/h in an 80km/h zone on the R390 at Walderstown, Westmeath
- 121km/h in a 100km/h zone on the N3 in Belturbet, Cavan
Every member of An Garda Síochána on duty this weekend will be conducting road traffic enforcement activity. They will have an increased presence on the roads to detect intoxicated driving.
Road users are also being reminded never to drive after consuming alcohol, to always obey speed limits, wear seatbelts, and avoid distractions, particularly the phone, when behind the wheel.
Pedestrians and cyclists are also being urged to take extra care, remain visible and avoid travelling while under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
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