Thursday 29 October 2026Compiled from published reports. Every claim links to its source.

Ireland Crime

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Case No. 10757Endangerment · Co. Dublin

Man, 32, refused bail after garda injured by scrambler in Mulhuddart

A garda in his 20s was injured in a collision with a scrambler on a footpath in Mulhuddart, Dublin, at about 8.25pm; the articles do not give the date of the collision. Michael Jones, a 32-year-old man, was charged with endangerment over an incident at Blakestown Way and denies the charge. He appeared at Dublin District Court on Thursday, 26 February, where Judge Conor Fottrell remanded him in custody and denied him bail. The latest report, published on 28 February 2026, says he is due back in court on Thursday.

  1. Reportednot reported
  2. Arrestednot reported
  3. Chargednot reported
  4. In court28 Feb
  5. Verdict
  6. Sentenced
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Key facts

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What happened
  • Michael Jones, a 32-year-old man, was charged with endangerment after a garda was injured in a collision with a scrambler.
  • The garda suffered injuries to his legs, arms and head.
Where
The collision happened on a footpath in Mulhuddart, Dublin, and the charge relates to an incident at Blakestown Way.
When
The incident happened at about 8.25pm; the articles do not state the date of the collision.
Cause
The scrambler was driven at high speed on a footpath, with one source describing a dangerous manner on a green area, and collided with the garda.
Investigation
The scrambler was seized after the incident, and the garda said he identified the accused at the scene.
Charges
Jones was charged under section 13 of the Non-Fatal Offences Against the Person Act with intentionally or recklessly engaging in conduct that creates a substantial risk of death or serious harm, and he denies the charge.
In court
  • Jones appeared at Dublin District Court on Thursday, 26 February, where Judge Conor Fottrell remanded him in custody.
  • Defence solicitor John Quinn said the allegations would be fully contested and argued there were no grounds to refuse bail.
  • The judge held that Jones would attempt to evade justice, given the seriousness of the case and the supporting evidence, and bail was denied.
  • Legal aid was granted, and the court ordered that Jones receive medical and psychiatric treatment in custody.
  • Jones is due back in court on Thursday.
Sentence
On conviction the charge is punishable by up to seven years' imprisonment; no sentence has been reported.
Other details
Jones had mental health difficulties in 2025 and was unemployed.
20 statements extracted from the articles
  • whatA 32-year-old man was denied bail after a garda was injured in a collision with a scrambler. (rte.ie)
  • whatThe motorcycle was driven in a dangerous manner on a green area, endangering members of the public. (rte.ie)
  • whatThe garda suffered injuries to his legs, arms and head. (rte.ie)
  • whereThe collision happened on a footpath in Mulhuddart, Dublin. (rte.ie)
  • whereThe charge relates to an incident at Blakestown Way. (rte.ie)
  • whenThe accused appeared at Dublin District Court in connection with the incident on Thursday, 26 February. (rte.ie)
  • whenThe incident happened at about 8.25pm. (rte.ie)
  • causeThe motorcycle was driven at high speed on a footpath and collided with the garda. (rte.ie)
  • investigationThe scrambler was seized following the incident. (rte.ie)
  • investigationThe garda said he identified the accused at the scene. (rte.ie)
  • chargeThe accused was charged with endangerment by intentionally or recklessly engaging in conduct which creates a substantial risk of death or serious harm. (rte.ie)
  • chargeThe charge is under section 13 of the Non-Fatal Offences Against the Person Act. (rte.ie)
  • courtThe accused denies the charge. (rte.ie)
  • courtThe accused was remanded in custody by Judge Conor Fottrell. (rte.ie)
  • courtDefence solicitor John Quinn said the allegations would be fully contested and argued there were no grounds to refuse bail. (rte.ie)
  • courtLegal aid was granted. (rte.ie)
  • courtThe judge held that the accused would attempt to evade justice given the seriousness of the case and the supporting evidence. (rte.ie)
  • courtThe court ordered that the accused receive medical and psychiatric treatment in custody. (rte.ie)
  • otherOn conviction the charge is punishable by up to seven years' imprisonment. (rte.ie)
  • otherThe accused had suffered mental health difficulties in 2025 and was unemployed. (rte.ie)

The reporting

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  1. 28 Feb2026
    In courtrte.ie, first report
    Man, 32, refused bail after garda injured by scrambler

    Reports the bail refusal and remand of Michael Jones at Dublin District Court, the charge, the garda's injuries, and the evidence heard at the bail hearing. The article does not state the date of the collision.

    accused, Michael Jones, 32, male, named, irish (judged from name)Michael Jonesvictim, 20s, male