Kildare drivers caught speeding in "extremely wet" conditions over weekend

Several drivers were hit with €180 fines and three Penalty Points for speeding on St Brigid’s Bank Holiday Road Safety Campaign.

Naas Roads Policing Unit conducted speed checks in North Kildare.

In an 80km/h zone, motorists were detected travelling at 111km/h, 112km/h and 131km/h.

Gardaí said driving conditions were extremely wet making driving conditions challenging.

All drivers were issued with a Fixed Charge Penalty Notice of €180 and 3 penalty points.

A Kildare Garda spokesperson said: "Speeding puts lives at risk – your own, your passengers’, and other road users. 

"Speed limits are there for a reason.

"Slow down. Arrive alive.

"Please drive safely and within the speed limit."

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