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Case No. 22223Motoring offence (unsecured load) · Co. Kilkenny · 23 Feb 2023

Motorist stopped for unsecured 800kg load on N10 near Lyrath, Kilkenny

A motorist was stopped by Gardaí on the N10 near Lyrath, County Kilkenny, on 23 February 2023 for transporting an unsecured 800kg block, which was described as a potential hazard to other road users. Gardaí urged drivers to ensure heavy or large loads are secured safely.

  1. Reported23 Feb
  2. Arrested
  3. Charged
  4. In court
  5. Verdict
  6. Sentenced
reportedhappened, not reportedlatest stagenot yet

Key facts

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4 statements extracted from the articles
  • whatThe vehicle was transporting an 800kg block. (kilkennypeople.ie)
  • whatThe block was unsecured and a potential hazard to other road users. (kilkennypeople.ie)
  • whereThe motorist was stopped on the N10 near Lyrath. (kilkennypeople.ie)
  • otherGardaí urged drivers to think about securing heavy or large loads safely. (kilkennypeople.ie)

The reporting

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  1. 23 Feb2023
    Reportedkilkennypeople.ie, first report
    Gardaí are urging motorists to 'think' after stopping vehicle in Kilkenny

    Brief report of a vehicle stopped for carrying an unsecured 800kg block; no arrest or charge mentioned.

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