'Slow down' - Gardai stop driver near village going 146kph in 80kph zone

Gardai are urging road users to slow down after stopping a motorist driving almost double the speed limit. 

The driver was detected travelling at 146kph in a 80kph zone by Offaly Roads Policing Unit, who were conducting speed checks near the village of Ballinagar. 

A Fixed Charge Penalty Notice was issued to the driver.