Judge Valerie Corcoran said in respect of the probation report that there should be particular emphasis on re-offending. The judge expressed particular concerns as the same man presented himself at the Bridewell garda station less than 24 hours later in possession of three knives and threatening to use them. Sergeant John Dineen said there was an extremely high threshold for doctors to direct the involuntary admission of a person for psychiatric attention. “Multiple directions were given to the accused to place any weapons he had on his person onto the ground. Urgent assistance was sought from the Armed Support Unit to attend the public office of the Garda station.

Source: Irish Examiner February 25, 2026 02:18 UTC