Motorist tested positive for cocaine.
A driver has been arrested during a checkpoint in Rathangan.
Naas Roads Policing Unit stopped a driver, and found they were banned from the roads.
The motorist subsequently failed a roadside drugs test, which returned indications for cocaine.
The driver was arrested and their vehicle seized.
Gardai say a court appearance is to follow.
Naas Roads Policing Unit were operating a checkpoint in Rathangan lately when they stopped this motorist and found them to be a disqualified driver.
— An Garda Síochána (@GardaTraffic) June 30, 2021
They also failed a test for cocaine consumption.
The motorist was arrested and the vehicle impounded.
A court date is to follow. pic.twitter.com/Ow94GVXVrj

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