Along with images of Garda weapons, the jury were shown photos of the 22cm knife Mr Nkencho was holding. Garda A described how Mr Nkencho lunged with a knife and after a “taser, taser, taser” warning was shouted Mr Nkencho was tasered twice by firearms officers. This did not stop Mr Nkencho standing and “lunging” at Garda A, Garda B said. “I believed that I may have to engage this male to try to protect Garda A’s life”, Garda B said. Under cross-examination by Mr Mulloy, Garda B said they were not aware if Mr Nkencho had any mental health problems.

Source: The Irish Times January 22, 2026 03:00 UTC