Gardai catch Donegal driver recording scene of crash

A novice driver in Donegal has been slapped with three penalty points after using their mobile phone behind the wheel.

Gardai were at the scene of a collision in Letterkenny yesterday when they observed the motorist recording the scene on their phone as they passed by.

The Novice driver in question was stopped and a Fixed Charge Penalty Notice was issued.

Learner and novice drivers have a lower penalty points threshold compared to fully licenced drivers.

L and N drivers who get 7 penalty points in a 3-year period will be banned from driving for 6 months.

Gardai are reminding people to always drive safely and follow the rules of the road. Never use/hold a mobile phone while driving.