Gardaí across Donegal will conduct high visibility checkpoints and speed checks this May Bank Holiday weekend.
The main focus will be the detection of key lifesaver offences which include speeding, drink/drug driving and the non-wearing of seat-belts.
Yesterday, the Letterkenny Roads Policing Unit detected a number of vehicles today travelling in excess of the 100KPH speed limit.
“Road surfaces are slippery at present due to the rainfall. We urge all road users to leave extra time for their journey and to slow down,” a garda spokesperson said.
The key garda messages this weekend are:
- Slow down and ensure that you remain within the legal speed limit at all times.
- Never drive while under the influence of alcohol/drugs. If you do, you will risk your life and the lives of others.
- Ensure that you and any passengers you have are wearing your seatbelts.
- Do not use/hold a mobile phone while driving.
- Our priority is to keep people safe, so please make responsible decisions this weekend and always in relation to road safety and help save lives.
