Passenger arrested after van ‘operated by string instead of a handle’ is seized in Laois

A passenger has been arrested in Laois after gardaí stopped a van which was described as being in a “state.” 

Members of the Roads Policing Unit were on patrol when they encountered this vehicle that they say had no CVRT or tax. 

A further check of the van revealed some shocking defects. 

According to Laois gardaí, every single panel was damaged, the side door would not open and the tail lights were broken. 

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As well as this, the rear door was operated by a string instead of a handle. 

A spokesperson for An Garda Síochána in the county said on social media: “General condition best described as…very tired. It’s been a while since we’ve seen one in this state.” 

The van was seized. 

Also during the stop, the passenger was found to be the subject of a live bench warrant and was arrested at the scene. Court proceedings have commenced.