Tough lesson for learner driver in Laois

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Pic Credit: Laois Offaly Gardai

A learner driver was given a lesson they’re unlikely to forget after being stopped by Gardai in Laois. 

The motorist was stopped for speeding after being clocked doing 128kph in a 100km zone. 

“Laois Roads Policing Unit while conducting a speed check on the N78 near pedigree corner today stopped this vehicle after it was detected travelling at 128kph in a 100kph zone in wet weather conditions,” gardai said. 

“The driver was a Learner Permit holder who was driving unaccompanied and without L-Plates displayed. The vehicle was seized and fixed charge notices issued,” Gardai said.

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