The combination of heavy load and the serious structural issues meant the vehicle was a danger on the road.

According to Gardaí the case file is so large, that a number of them have cancelled summer leave to complete the work.

Longford recorded the highest amount of local convictions

The infant was left on a path in their car seat a short time later.

Local Gardaí are calling for anyone with any information to contact Castlerea Garda Station on 0949620019

Castlerea Superintendent Tom Colsh says an incident room has been established and Gardaí are patrolling the area

A woman and her adult sons were held hostage and threatened while the property was ransacked.

The car was seized following the traffic stop at Longford Shopping Centre.