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19 Oct 2025

Kilkenny gardaí warn of "potentially lethal mix" following driver arrest

Kilkenny gardaí shared the message with drivers via social media

Kilkenny gardaí warn of "potentially lethal mix" following driver arrest

Kilkenny gardaí have issued a warning to local drivers following an arrest on the M9 Motorway in Danesfort.

Kilkenny Roads Policing Unit were conducting a speed checkpoint late last night when they detected the driver of a vehicle travelling in excess of the speed limit on the motorway.

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The driver subsequently tested positive for a prevalent illegal drug.

"Never, ever drug drive. It could be your last trip. Prosecution to follow," a garda spokesperson said.

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