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Longford motorist caught speeding on National Slow Down Day

Feb 18, 2026 17:32
By Shannonside News
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Longford motorist caught speeding on National Slow Down Day

Gardaí are reminding drivers to slow down especially in current awful driving conditions.

A motorist was caught exceeding the speed limit in county Longford.

The detection was made in Keenagh.

The driver was caught driving 88kph in a 60kph zone on Wednesday.

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A fixed penalty notice was issued as part of National Slow Down Day.

As of today 17 people have lost their lives on the road in 2026.

Speed remains one of the leading causes of the serious and fatal collisions on Irish roads, and today’s campaign is about encouraging drivers to slow down, take responsibility, and help save lives.

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Gardaí are reminding drivers to slow down especially in current awful driving conditions.
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