High speed detected over Bank Holiday Weekend

An Garda Síochána conducted an extensive Roads Policing Operation throughout St. Brigid’s Bank Holiday Weekend last which began at 7.00am on Thursday, 30th January 2025 and concluded at 7.00am yesterday (Tues)
There were four fatalities as a result of traffic collisions on our roads over St. Brigid’s Bank Holiday weekend. This brings the total number of fatalities on Irish roads this year to 15.
Just under 200 drivers nationally were arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence of an intoxicant (alcohol and drugs).
In excess of 2,200 drivers were detected for speeding offences during the five-day operation.
Notable top speeds detected include:
• 166kph in a 100kph zone on the N17 in Knock, Mayo
• 190kph in a 100kph zone on the N5 in Charlestown, Mayo
• 168kph in a 120kph zone on the M6, Galway
• 206kph in a 120kph zone on the M6, Ballinasloe, Galway