Learner driver clocked driving 56 km ph above the speed limit in Laois

The Garda Laois Roads Policing Unit stopped a driver for speeding on the M8 yesterday evening, Thursday, March 06.

The vehicle in question was clocked travelling at 176km/hr in a 120km zone. The driver of the black Audi was found to be the holder of a Learner Permit and was arrested at the scene for dangerous driving.

Gardaí also seized the vehicle in question, with the driver given a court appearance.