Garda appeal over 'irresponsible' driving as motorist clocked at 156km/h in Donegal

Garda have issued an appeal to drivers after a motorist in Donegal was clocked at 156km/h.

The driver was detected on the N15 at Drumbrat near Donegal Town, a road governed by a 100km/h speed limit.

Across the country in the last 72 hours, while roads have experienced freezing temperatures, 375 drivers have been detected for speeding in excess of the posted speed limit.

“As is continuously highlighted speed limits are not targets,” a Garda spokesperson said.

“Drivers should always travel, not just within the speed limit, but at an appropriate safe speed for the weather, road and traffic conditions.”

There have been 29 drivers arrested in the last 72 hours  for driving under the influence of either alcohol or drugs.

Chief Superintendent Jane Humphries said "The disregard for speed limits and safe speeds by a small number of drivers is irresponsible and dangerous, not just for their own safety, but for the safety of the many workers who are busy keeping our roads open for essential use in this excessive cold spell and other road users who are supporting road safety. 

“Drivers who continue to drive at excessive speed are a menace on our roads.  

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“An Garda Síochána continues to enforce the road traffic legislation throughout this period in addition to working and supporting our communities across the country and in the most affected counties during this cold weather period.”