Three dead and more than 3,000 caught speeding during bank holiday 

Meanwhile, more than 340 drivers were detected holding a mobile phone or not wearing a seatbelt. Picture: Dan Linehan.

Three people have died as a result of road accidents, and 3,140 drivers detected speeding by gardaí during the June bank holiday roads policing.

After four days of the operation, there have been three fatalities, bringing the total this year so far to 72 deaths on Irish roads.

Throughout this weekend's operation, gardaí are conducting both statutory mandatory intoxicant testing and regular, high-visibility policing checkpoints.

To date, more than 140 people have been arrested for driving under the influence of alcohol and drugs.

In Dublin 22, one driver was clocked travelling at 149km/h in a 100km/h zone on the N7, Brownsbarn.

Another was caught driving at 120km/h in an 80km/h zone on the R458, Caherpeak East, Kilcolgan, Galway.

Meanwhile, more than 340 drivers were detected holding a mobile phone or not wearing a seatbelt.

An Garda Síochána and the Road Safety Authority urged all road users to support their efforts to keep them and all others on the roads safe this June bank holiday weekend.

Over the bank holiday weekend, gardaí have been placing a particular emphasis on detecting those driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs. At no point is it safe or acceptable to get behind the wheel of a vehicle after having an intoxicant such as alcohol or drugs, they said.

They urged road users to be mindful of and take extra caution around vulnerable road users, in particular pedestrians and cyclists.

“Motorists are reminded to always drive within the speed limit. Always wear a seatbelt and never use a mobile phone when driving. Keep distractions out of the vehicle and give your full attention to the road.

“Walking home or cycling under the influence of alcohol or drugs can also put you and other road users at risk. Cyclists and pedestrians should stay visible and always observe their surroundings,” said a Garda spokesperson.