Issue Date: 05/08/2026
Lifesaver offence detections:
1. Intoxicated driving – 188
2. Speeding – 5,054
3. Using a mobile phone – 353
4. Not wearing seatbelts – 104
An Garda Síochána conducted a Roads Policing operation from Thursday, 30th July until Tuesday, 4th August 2026 to ensure road safety during the bank holiday weekend.
During this period, there was two fatalities on our roads, and 16 serious injury collisions.
Over 5,050 drivers were detected for speeding during the operation.
Throughout the bank holiday weekend Roads Policing operation, Gardaí conducted both statutory Mandatory Intoxicant Testing and regular, high-visibility policing checkpoints. A total of 188 people were arrested for driving under the influence of an intoxicant (alcohol and drugs).
Notable speeds detected yesterday, Tuesday, 4th August 2026, include:
• 88 km/h in a 50 km/h zone on the N60, Castlerea, Co. Roscommon
• 83 km/h in a 60 km/h zone on the N52, L2002, Abbeydorney, Co. Kerry
• 105 km/h in a 80 km/h zone on the N4, Lucan, Co. Dublin
• 128 km/h in a 100 km/h zone on the N3, Carnaross, Co. Meath
During this operation, over 450 drivers were detected holding a mobile phone or not wearing a seatbelt.
Road safety needs to remain a priority for everyone. An Garda Síochána continues to appeal to all road users to slow down and stick to the speed limit. Never drive under the influence of drink or drugs. Wear your seatbelt and don’t get distracted by mobile devices when you are driving.
