Kerry Gardaí Out In Force For ‘Slow Down’ Operation Today

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An Garda Síochána

KERRY Gardaí are taking part in the national speed enforcement operation ‘Slow Down’ between 7am this morning, Friday and 7am Saturday, May 28.

An Garda Síochána and GoSafe speed detection vans are conducting a large scale operation with the objective of reducing the number of speed related collisions, save lives and reduce injuries on our roads.

Chief Superintendent Aidan Reid, Garda National Traffic Bureau wished to thank those drivers who continue to be compliant and drive within the speed limit and reiterates the message, to all motorists, drive safely and slow down.

Between 7am and around 9am this morning, GoSafe vans have checked the speed of 13,454 vehicles with 25 detected travelling in excess of the posted speed limit.

The operation will consist of high visibility speed enforcement activities to include all 1,031 speed enforcement zones, as well as the delivery of a road safety message through the use of national, local and social media.  In addition, Garda personnel will man display stands in key venues to provide road safety advice and distribute road safety leaflets.

The aim of “Slow Down” is to remind drivers of the dangers of speeding, increase compliance with speed limits and act as a deterrent to driving at excessive and inappropriate speed.

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