Uninsured driver caught by gardaí then tested positive for cocaine

An insured driver detected and stopped by gardaí was then found to be positive for cocaine. 

The incident occurred when gardaí on patrol in Cork city using their mobility device discovered the car had no insurance, tax or NCT.

After being stopped, the driver then tested positive for cocaine.

The driver was arrested by gardaí and the car was seized. 

A garda spokesperson said a court appearance now awaits the suspect.