Driver travelling at 223kph on M9 arrested

Gardaí have arrested a driver who was detected speeding at 223kph on the M9 motorway.

The incident happened yesterday when officers from Naas Roads Policing Unit detected the motorist travelling at 103kph over the speed limit.

The driver was arrested at the scene and charged with dangerous driving. The motorist now faces a fine of up to €5,000 and disqualification.

Gardaí have reminded motorists to slow down.

Gardaí detected a car speeding at 223kph on the M9 motorway yesterday – 103kph over the speed limit. Driver arrested at the scene.#SlowDown pic.twitter.com/DEybKfdbGL

— An Garda Síochána (@GardaTraffic) July 25, 2020