Gardaí in Co. Donegal were shocked to find a group of local children driving tractors on an open road during a local event., reports The Mirror.
The children, some as young as 12 years old, were caught on the N56 at Gortahork in West Donegal as part of a ‘tractor run.’
Concerned officers noted that some of the children taking part in the event were so small that they couldn’t even reach the pedals of the tractors.
The Gardaí expressed their outrage and emphasized that parents should remember that children are not allowed on open roads without the proper licenses.
A Garda spokesperson said “Some of them couldn’t reach the brake pedals nor did they have the strength to steer the tractors. There were also 13 and 14-year-olds driving what could only be described as huge tractors. Local Gardaí are now considering the consequences, and wish to thank all those who took part in the event and who were legally permitted to be on the roads,” reports The Mirror.
“We remind all parents that a tractor run does not mean that participants are exempt from the rules of the road. Organisers have a duty of care to the public, as do the Gardaí. Thanks to the local Gardaí for protecting the integrity of our road network for all users. Gardaí are always delighted to assist at and support these events and sometimes join in/take part themselves. Road Safety must take priority,” reports The Mirror.
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