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Driver overturns car in 'momentary lapse of concentration' in Limerick

Donal O'Regan, 4 Feb

A MOTORIST who overturned his vehicle in Banogue was fined at Newcastle

West Court for careless driving.

Gerald Ndlovu, aged 31, of Cloonomra, Clonlara pleaded guilty to the

offence at Ballyphilip, Banogue.

Inspector Barry Manton, prosecuting, said gardai received a report of a

road traffic collision on August 28, 2022.

“Gardai attended the scene of the accident. They found a vehicle on its

roof. The occupant was removed to University Hospital Limerick for

treatment. He was subsequently prosecuted for careless driving,” said

Insp Manton.

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Michael O’Donnell, solicitor for Mr Ndlovu, said his client has no

previous convictions.

“It was a momentary lapse of concentration when he lost control of the

vehicle for a moment. The car was extensively damaged,” said Mr

O’Donnell.

Judge Carol Anne Coolican fined Mr Ndlovu €250 for careless driving.