Ireland Man remanded in Laois drug and criminal organisation case
Blazej Ozanski, 31, a man, is accused of having cannabis in his possession and for sale or supply at a storage facility in Townspark, Mountmellick, on 16 February 2026, and of participating in a criminal organisation through fitting concealed compartments in motor vehicles between 15 May 2024 and 16 February 2026. He appeared at Tullamore District Court on 24 July 2026 and was remanded in custody to 2 September pending service of the book of evidence. On 14 September 2026, gardaí were granted an extension to serve the book of evidence to 7 October, and the accused, who is on bail, was remanded to appear on that date.
- Reportednot reported
- Arrestednot reported
- Chargednot reported
- In court24 Jul
2 reports - Verdict
- Sentenced
Key facts
consolidated from all reports- What happened
- Blazej Ozanski is accused of having cannabis in his possession and for sale or supply to others.
- He is also accused of participating in a criminal organisation through fitting concealed compartments in motor vehicles.
- Where
- The alleged offences took place at a storage facility in Townspark, Mountmellick, County Laois.
- When
- The alleged drug offences occurred on 16 February 2026, and the Section 72 charge covers the period from 15 May 2024 to 16 February 2026.
- Charges
- He is charged with possession of cannabis and possession of cannabis for sale or supply.
- He is charged under Section 72 of the Criminal Justice Act with participation in a criminal organisation.
- In court
- At Tullamore District Court on 24 July 2026, the accused was remanded in custody to 2 September pending service of the book of evidence.
- On 14 September 2026, gardaí were granted an extension to serve the book of evidence to 7 October, and the accused, on bail, was remanded to appear on that date.
- Other details
- The accused was advised to speak to his solicitor, Patrick Martin.
19 statements extracted from the articles
- whatBlazej Ozanski allegedly had cannabis in his possession, and cannabis in his possession for sale or supply to others. (leinsterexpress.ie)
- whereThe alleged cannabis offence took place at a storage facility in Townspark, Mountmellick. (offalyexpress.ie)
- whereThe alleged drug offences took place at a storage facility in Townspark, Mountmellick. (leinsterexpress.ie)
- whenThe alleged cannabis offence took place on 16 February. (offalyexpress.ie)
- whenThe alleged drug offences happened on February 16. (leinsterexpress.ie)
- chargeHe is accused of having cannabis in his possession. (offalyexpress.ie)
- chargeHe is accused of having cannabis in his possession for sale or supply to others. (offalyexpress.ie)
- chargeHe is also charged under Section 72 of the Criminal Justice Act for the period from 15 May 2024 to 16 February 2026. (offalyexpress.ie)
- chargeThe Section 72 charge alleges fitting of concealed compartments in motor vehicles as the participation in a criminal organisation. (offalyexpress.ie)
- chargeOzanski is also charged under Section 72 of the Criminal Justice Act with an offence between May 15, 2024 and February 16, 2026. (leinsterexpress.ie)
- chargeThe Section 72 charge alleges participation in criminal organisation activity through fitting concealed compartments in motor vehicles. (leinsterexpress.ie)
- courtThe DPP had directed that a book of evidence be prepared in the case. (offalyexpress.ie)
- courtTime was extended for service of the book of evidence. (offalyexpress.ie)
- courtA remand to 2 September was sought for service of the book of evidence. (offalyexpress.ie)
- courtThe judge remanded the accused, who is in custody, to 2 September. (offalyexpress.ie)
- courtSergeant Brendan Kearns told Tullamore District Court that the book of evidence against Ozanski was still being prepared. (leinsterexpress.ie)
- courtGardaí applied for an extension of time to serve the book of evidence to October 7. (leinsterexpress.ie)
- courtOzanski, who is on bail, had no objection, and Judge Andrew Cody remanded him to appear again on October 7. (leinsterexpress.ie)
- otherThe accused was told to speak to his solicitor, Patrick Martin, in the meantime. (offalyexpress.ie)
The reporting
newest first- 14 Sep2026Court gives gardai more time in Laois criminal organisation charge case
Reports a court appearance at Tullamore District Court where gardaí were granted an extension to serve the book of evidence to October 7. Sets out the drug and Section 72 criminal organisation charges and says the accused is on bail.
accused, Blazej Ozanski, 31, male, namedBlazej Ozanski - 24 Jul2026Man before Tullamore District Court on criminal organisation charge
First report on this case. Court appearance at Tullamore District Court; book of evidence awaited and accused remanded in custody to 2 September.
accused, Blazej Ozanski, 31, male, named, non-irish (judged from name)Blazej Ozanski