Accused of assaulting prison officers in Portlaoise
The man appeared in court via video link
A man appeared in court accused of assaulting and obstructing prison officers in Portlaoise Prison.
Brendan Cummins (31) of 80 Lios Dubh, Armagh Road, Dundalk, Co Louth is accused of wilfully obstructing peace officers and two counts of assault causing harm at Portlaoise Prison on February 16, 2026.
Garda Sergeant JJ Kirby said the DPP had directed that the matter can remain in the district court only if there is a plea of guilty.
Anne Doyle BL said that she was unable to deal with the case due to the withdrawal of services by solicitors outside of Portlaoise.
Judge Andrew Gubbins granted disclosure and adjourned the matter back to Portlaoise District Court on September 28.