Man charged over Garda Station damage further remanded in custody

A man charged with causing significant damage to Athlone Garda Station and a number of Garda vehicles using a beer keg has been further remanded in custody pending an updated psychiatric report.

Adil Muhammad (38), with an address in Dysart, Roscommon, appeared before Judge Bernadette Owens via video link at Athlone District Court on Wednesday, where his solicitor, Mark Cooney, furnished the court with a psychiatric report.

The report recommended “certain conditions” be put in place should Mr Muhammad be released from prison, including that he attend appointments.

He is charged with causing damage to a white Hyundai Kona patrol car belonging to An Garda Síochána by smashing a beer keg through the back windscreen of the vehicle.

Further charges relate to the smashing of the windscreen of a Garda patrol van with the same beer keg, and damage to the front doors, granite counter top and glass window of the front office of the Garda station, again with a beer keg.

All charges relate to January 25, 2026, at Athlone Garda Station, Barrack Street, Athlone.

Mr Muhammad also currently has a theft charge before the court, where it is alleged that, on January 22, 2026, he stole a smoke alarm to the value of €35 from the Radisson Blu Hotel on Northgate Street, Athlone.

Two of his friends, who appeared in court, told Judge Owens that Mr Muhammad “really requires help” and suggested he be released from prison on bail.

Judge Owens acknowledged their concern and said "that's why we can't simply say he will or won't get bail. It's all about what his situation is and what, if any structures are in place."

Judge Owens remanded Mr Muhammad in custody to February 11, when DPP directions are expected to be ready. She also requested a short, updated psychiatric report.