A man has admitted to being responsible for two acts of terrorism, including setting fire to a pub owned by Conor McGregor and attacking two police officers with a knife.
Abdullah Khan, aged 24, was accused of starting a fire at the Black Forge Inn on Drimnagh Road in Dublin on July 25 last year, causing damage to the front of the establishment. Just four days later, he allegedly assaulted the officers in the city center.
He faced charges for harming one officer and attempting to harm another. During the incident, he also brandished a knife and engaged in behavior that posed a significant risk of harm.
After the police defended themselves using tools like batons and pepper spray to apprehend him, Khan was taken into custody.
In addition, he was charged with involvement in terrorist activities on July 25 and 29 of the same year. Khan admitted guilt to all eight charges before the court.
The case was adjourned by Ms. Justice Karen O’Connor for victim impact statements, scheduling the next hearing for March 23, with the defendant remaining in custody.