Urgent: Three Arrested After High-Speed Pursuit in Kilkenny

UPDATE: A dramatic series of events unfolded yesterday afternoon in Kilkenny, leading to the arrest of three individuals following a reckless driving incident involving a dark Peugeot. Gardaí are urgently appealing for witnesses and dashcam footage to aid in the ongoing investigation.

According to Gardaí, officers responded swiftly to multiple reports of the vehicle being driven dangerously on the Old Dublin Road. Authorities confirmed that two hit-and-run collisions were linked to the same car, escalating the situation significantly.

As the vehicle entered Maudlin Street from the wrong direction, bystanders attempted to flag it down. Instead of stopping, two occupants allegedly exited the car and assaulted individuals in the vicinity.

“Normal people did what they could do to stop outrageous behaviour that compromised the safety of all,”

said a Garda spokesperson, praising the quick actions of local motorists that may have prevented a potentially fatal collision.

Gardaí arrived on the scene shortly after the assaults, and with the assistance of bystanders, were able to take two males and one female into custody. The driver was arrested on suspicion of drink driving, and a search of the vehicle uncovered stolen property from Carlow.

As of now, the trio remains in custody as investigations continue into the circumstances surrounding this alarming incident. Gardaí are urging anyone with information or dashcam footage to contact Kilkenny Garda Station at 056 7775000.

This incident has raised serious public safety concerns, with local officials emphasizing the need for vigilance in the community. As the investigation unfolds, residents are encouraged to stay alert and report any suspicious activity.

As of September 29, 2023, this story is developing. Stay tuned for further updates as more information becomes available.