Kildare driver six times over the legal drink driving limit

Leixlip Gardaí attended a road traffic collision yesterday in Kildare (Thursday, October 9.)

One driver failed a roadside breath test and was arrested for drink driving.

The evidential breath reading was 141 µg/100ml — over six times the legal limit.

The driver also had no insurance and the vehicle was seized.

The motorist has been charged and will appear in court at a later date.

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Penalties:

Disqualification up to six years;

Fine of up to €5,000;

Possible six months' imprisonment.

The message from An Garda Síochána Kildare is: “Never drink and drive. Always ensure you’re insured and fit to drive. #ArriveAlive #DrinkDriving #GardaTraffic #LeixlipGardai.”