Thursday 29 October 2026Compiled from published reports. Every claim links to its source.

Ireland Crime

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Case No. 12601Drink driving and no insurance · Co. Kildare

Highly intoxicated driver arrested in Naas after erratic driving

A driver was arrested in Naas, Co Kildare, after Gardaí observed a car being driven erratically on North Main Street. The driver was found to be highly intoxicated, with an Evidential Breath Test showing they were almost four times over the legal alcohol limit, and the car was seized as the driver had no insurance.

  1. Reportednot reported
  2. Arrestednot reported
  3. Charged26 Sep
  4. In court
  5. Verdict
  6. Sentenced
reportedhappened, not reportedlatest stagenot yet

Key facts

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8 statements extracted from the articles
  • whatThe driver was found to be highly intoxicated and was seen drinking while driving. (kildarenow.com)
  • whatAn Evidential Breath Test showed the driver was almost four times over the legal alcohol limit. (kildarenow.com)
  • whatThe car was seized because the driver had no insurance. (kildarenow.com)
  • whereThe incident occurred on North Main Street, Naas, Kildare. (kildarenow.com)
  • investigationThe driver was arrested and taken to Naas Garda Station. (kildarenow.com)
  • chargeThe driver has been charged with drunken driving and no insurance. (kildarenow.com)
  • courtThe driver will appear in court soon. (kildarenow.com)
  • sentencePenalties include a fine of up to €5,000 and a mandatory three-year driving disqualification. (kildarenow.com)

The reporting

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  1. 26 Sep2025
    Chargedkildarenow.com, first report
    'Highly intoxicated' driver arrested in this Kildare town

    Reports the arrest, breath test result (almost four times the legal limit), car seizure for no insurance, and charges of drunken driving and no insurance.

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