‘It seems a lot of rubber grew overnight – Garda sergeant told court

Unlikely Tire Growth

A prosecuting Garda Sgt expressed skepticism when a defendant presented a document showing a tire met legal standards a day after being registered as bald.

It seems a lot of rubber grew overnight

Garda Sgt Christy Brown made this comment during the case against Richard Doran, who was charged with driving with a bald front tire. Doran defended himself, claiming the roadside measurement was incorrect.

A document from a tire center supported Doran's claim, indicating the tire met the required legal standard.

Author's summary: Garda Sgt questions sudden tire growth.

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