Driver caught texting behind the wheel was serving a 12-year driving ban
The driver had already been disqualified from driving for 12 years. Photo: An Garda Síochána
A van driver caught texting while driving in Co Kildare was already disqualified from driving for over decade.
As part of a national day of action focused on the offence of driving without insurance, gardaí across Kildare conducted targeted patrols and enforcement activities to catch culprits.
While on patrol on the N7, the Naas roads policing unit observed a van driver texting while driving.
The driver had already been disqualified from driving for 12 years. Photo: An Garda Síochána
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Gardaí subsequently stopped the vehicle and following checks using the garda mobility device, they discovered that the driver was disqualified from driving for 12 years and had no driving licence or insurance.
The driver was arrested and brought to Naas Garda Station where they were charged.
They are due to appear before the courts in due course. The van was also seized under the Road Traffic Act.
"An Garda Síochána reminds all motorists of the serious consequences of driving without insurance or a valid licence,' said a garda spokesperson.
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