GARDAÍ have warned they are enforcing a zero policy on quads, following the latest incident of youths using them on public roads in the Carrigans, St Johnston, Manorcunningham and Newtowncunningham areas.
Gardaí are urging parents to be aware of the dangers associated with the use of quads. They are calling on them to talk to their children about the potential risks involved, both to their safety, the safety of others and also in relation to the law surrounding the use of them.
A garda spokesperson said: “Quads are powerful machines and they have the potential to severely or even fatally injure someone.
“When a quad is used on a public road they are subject to the same rules as any other MPV. They are required to be registered, taxed and in a good roadworthy condition. The driver must hold the appropriate driving licence and they must be insured to drive the vehicle.
“We are enforcing a zero tolerance policy towards this type or any type of dangerous behaviour on our roads. We ask parents to also enforce a zero tolerance policy before young lives are lost. Never allow your youth to use a quad on public roads and make it known to them that this behaviour will not be tolerated by you as a parent or by Gardaí. It will be too late to act when a tragedy happens so please act now.”
