Magic mushrooms found after BMW stopped for speeding in Laois
Published 20th Jul 2026, 12:31 BST
The BMW driver was arrested on suspicion of drug driving
Gardaí seized magic mushrooms after stopping a BMW for speeding on the motorway in Laois.
The BMW was stopped by Gardaí on the M8 after being detected doing 167 kph.
Gardaí said cannabis and magic mushrooms were found in the car.
The driver was arrested on suspicion of drug driving. He has been charged and is due to appear before Portlaoise District Court.