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Gardaí launch 'Operation IOMPAR' to detect those distracted while driving
The introduction of Operation IOMPAR has already yielded positive results with over 100 drivers detected during three periods of action using the HGV - the majority of which were found to be using their phone while driving.
An Garda Síochána Roads Policing Superintendent, Stephen McCauley, said: "It’s not always easy to clearly observe the irresponsible drivers of some vehicles on a dual carriage-way or motorway so introducing an unmarked HGV will hugely support our work.
"Operations like this are important because they mean that those that are detected for a road traffic offence must consider their unsafe driving. Drivers need to know that there is a real risk of them causing a fatal or serious injury collision if distracted and not keeping their full attention on the road."
He added: "Our new HGC tractor unit will elevate our position on the roads and help us to detect any drivers committing offences but ultimately it’s about keeping people safe."
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