Motorist arrested after being clocked at 174km/h on busy Mayo roadway

A motorist has been arrested for dangerous driving after being detected travelling at 174km/h in a 100km/h zone on the N17 in Mayo.

The vehicle overtook a number of vehicles at high speed before the detection by members of the Mayo Roads Policing Unit.

The driver was arrested and now faces:

* A two-year driving disqualification

* A fine of up to €5,000

* Or up to 6 months in prison.

"Speeding at this level puts everyone on the road at risk," a garda spokesperson stated.