Overview
- Abdullah Khan, 24, pleaded guilty to eight charges at the Special Criminal Court, including two under terrorism legislation.
- He admitted arson at the Black Forge Inn in Drimnagh on 25 July 2025, which has been reported as targeting Conor McGregor’s pub.
- Six counts arise from a 29 July 2025 incident on Capel Street in which two gardaí were attacked with a knife.
- He was remanded in custody to 23 March for sentencing, and the court sought victim impact statements.
- The court ordered his address suppressed, and defence counsel requested a psychological report and noted he has no previous convictions.