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21 Jan 2026

Reckless Dundalk driver nabbed by Gardaí in multi-rule road bust

Gardaí have confirmed that prosecution proceedings have commenced

Reckless Dundalk driver nabbed by Gardaí in multi-rule road bust

When stopped, the driver produced a learner permit despite not displaying L plates and driving without an accompanying licensed driver. PIC: An Garda Siochana Louth Facebook

A driver has been caught breaking multiple road safety laws after being stopped by Dundalk Gardaí during speed checks.

Members of Dundalk RPU detected the driver travelling at 95 km/h in a 60 km/h zone and observed them overtaking on a solid line, past a vehicle travelling at the correct speed. 

When stopped, the driver produced a learner permit despite not displaying L plates and driving without an accompanying licensed driver.

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The vehicle was seized, and Gardaí have confirmed that prosecution proceedings have commenced.

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