196 people arrested for driving under influence over St Patrick’s weekend

196 people were arrested for driving under the influence of drink and drugs over St. Patrick’s weekend.

There were 12 serious collisions on Irish roads over a five day period from last Thursday to Tuesday of this week.

Over 1800 drivers were detected for speeding, with one doing 111 in a 60 zone in Trim, Co. Meath.

12 serious collisions took place which resulted in 17 serious and life-threatening injuries.

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