Car lands right in the middle of busy Limerick roundabout

A MOTORIST, who hit the brakes too late, landed in the middle of a roundabout on the outskirts of Limerick city.

The single vehicle road traffic collision occurred at Morrison’s roundabout on the Ballysimon / N24 Tipperary Road on Friday night.

A video of the incident, which has been widely shared on social media, shows the aftermath of the incident with the vehicle in the middle of the busy roundabout.

There are no reports of any serious injuries being suffered by the driver or passengers in the car.

READ NEXT: 'What needs to be done must be done': People of Limerick react to fuel crisis protest

Meanwhile, An Garda Síochána's extensive Roads Policing Operation over Easter has concluded. It was in place from 7am on Thursday, April 2 until 7am this Tuesday morning, April 7 to ensure road safety during the bank holiday weekend.

“During this period, there were three fatalities on our roads, and five serious injury collisions.

“In excess of 175 drivers were detected for intoxicated driving and in excess of 4,000 drivers were detected for speeding during the operation,” said a garda spokesperson.

Fixed Charge Penalty Notices issued for other road offences during this period included in excess of 290 for using mobile phones and over 95 for no seatbelts.

“An Garda Síochána continues to appeal to all road users to never drive under the influence of alcohol or drugs, to slow down and to always choose a speed that is appropriate to the driving conditions, to wear your seatbelt and keep your eyes always on the road.

“Drivers should continue to give driving their full attention, slow down and take extra care,” said a garda spokesperson.