Gardai fine tow truck operator in Laois

Laois gardai stopped a tow truck for being overweight earlier today. 

“Laois Roads Policing Unit today stopped a small recovery truck carrying large SUV at a checkpoint in Cappakeel,” Gardai said on social media.  

“This vehicle was suspected to be in excess of its maximum design weight. The vehicle was taken to a local designated weigh bridge where it was found to be 300 kgs overweight,” said Gardai. 

“A €200 fine and penalty points were issued to the driver,” Gardai added.