Overview
- During December 22–28, officers detected more than 4,600 speeding drivers and recorded extreme cases including 207 km/h in a 100 km/h zone in Co Limerick.
- A total of 149 motorists were arrested over Christmas for driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
- Gardaí conducted over 2,100 checkpoints in the week, including statutory Mandatory Intoxicant Testing and high‑visibility stops.
- Enforcement actions included the seizure of more than 435 vehicles, 150 fixed‑charge notices for mobile‑phone use, and 45 for seat belt offences.
- Three deaths and eight serious collisions were recorded that week, bringing 2025 road fatalities to 189 as the nationwide operation continues until January 5.