A jeep and trailer were stopped by the Kilkenny Roads Policing Unit in Johnstown after the driver was suspected of using green diesel.
Gardaí said the driver wasn't wearing his seat belt and they suspected the vehicle had green diesel in it.
They added: "Customs notified and sample taken. Positive for green diesel. Fine will be issued for both offences."
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