Laois Gardaí arrest suspected drunk driver and seize uninsured learner's car

Laois Roads Policing Unit action in Portlaoise last weekendplaceholder image
Laois Roads Policing Unit action in Portlaoise last weekend

Laois Roads Policing Unit action in Portlaoise last weekend

The Garda Siochána Laois Roads Policing Unit took action on drivers breaking the law on Sunday night while on patrols.

A suspected drunk driver was arrested in Portlaoise and will now face a judge in court.

The Gardaí also seized the car being driven by a Learner driver, who had no insurance, and was also driving while unaccompanied.

The incidents took place on Sunday night, April 14 in Portlaoise town centre and in an industrial estate in the town.

The Gardaí gave the report in a social media post, reminding the public of their motto #ArriveAlive.

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