Gardai Arrest Hummer Limousine Driver in Limerick Incident

The driver of a white Hummer stretch limousine was arrested in Limerick City on Saturday evening, according to reports from local media. The incident occurred on O’Connell Street around 20:45, causing temporary traffic disruptions as motorists were forced to navigate around the vehicle.

The Hummer limousine, often favored by party-goers for special celebrations due to its luxurious features, was stopped by the gardai during a routine patrol. A video circulating on social media captures the scene, showing multiple gardai officers and several patrol cars in the area, indicating the seriousness of the situation.

A spokesperson for the gardai confirmed that a male driver in his 50s was taken into custody and brought to Henry Street Garda Station. The spokesperson stated, “While on routine patrol, gardai stopped a vehicle on O’Connell Street in Limerick City yesterday, August 2, at approximately 20:45. Investigations are ongoing.”

Details regarding the nature of the alleged offence have not yet been disclosed. It remains unclear where the limousine was traveling from or its intended destination. Witnesses reported that the passengers were visibly frustrated as their evening plans were abruptly interrupted.

By Sunday morning, the limousine was seen parked in a garda bay at the rear of Henry Street Garda Station. This suggests that the vehicle was seized as part of the ongoing investigation.

The arrest highlights the challenges faced by law enforcement in managing public safety and traffic in busy urban areas. The presence of multiple officers and patrol cars in the vicinity underscores the attention this incident has garnered.

As the investigation continues, further details are expected to emerge regarding the circumstances surrounding the arrest and the implications for the driver and passengers involved.