Seven vehicles impounded and one arrest in Kildare garda checkpoints

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Naas Roads Policing Unit carried out multi-agency checkpoints in Monasterevin and Clane this week

On Tuesday, September 9, Naas Roads Policing Unit carried out multi-agency checkpoints in Monasterevin and Clane, Co Kildare.

A total of seven vehicles were impounded (no insurance, no NCT, learner drivers unaccompanied.)

• One disqualified driver was arrested and charged with no insurance, no driving licence and failing to surrender licence after conviction.

• Three vehicles were found with defective tyres (including two goods vehicles) – the vehicles were not allowed to continue until the tyres were replaced.

• One HGV detected with defective brakes – prohibited from use until repaired.

• 17 Fixed Charge Penalty Notices (FCPNs) issued for other offences

Gardaí continue to work with partner agencies to keep our roads safe.

"#KeepingPeopleSafe #NaasRPU #RoadSafety”

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