Louth Gardaí nab drug driver after shocking overtake in heavy rain

The driver was stopped and it was discovered they did not have a valid license and tested positive for cannabis.  Credit: Garda Síochána Louth Facebookplaceholder image
The driver was stopped and it was discovered they did not have a valid license and tested positive for cannabis.  Credit: Garda Síochána Louth Facebook

The driver was arrested and the vehicle was seized

Dundalk Roads Policing Unit were on patrol on the N2 yesterday when they say they observed the driver of this car overtaking four cars on a solid white line towards a bend in the middle of a heavy downpour of rain which drastically reduced visibility.

The driver was stopped and it was discovered they did not have a valid license and tested positive for cannabis. 

The driver was arrested and the vehicle was seized. 

They were later charged and will face a court appearance.

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