Glasses allegedly thrown at Laois bar staff on St Patrick's day

It is alleged a man threw pint glass towards staff during a violent disorder incident in Portlaoise.

Michael Nevin(22) of 5 Greenview, Mountmellick Road, Portlaoise, is accused of assault, engaging in threatening and abusive behaviour, violent disorder, criminal damage and it is alleged he picked up glasses which he threw towards staff at Maggie Mays pub in Portlaoise on St Patrick’s Day in 2023.

Christopher Nevin(28) also of 5 Greenview, Mountmellick Road, Portlaoise, is also accused of assault, violent disorder and engaging in threatening and abusive behaviour at Maggie May’s pub in Portlaoise on the same date.

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Solicitor Philip Meagher said Michael Nevin was not present as he was residing full time in the UK. He said a summons was served to his parent’s house.

Garda Sergeant JJ Kirby described the offences as being on the serious side.

Mr Meagher said Christopher Nevin was accused in relation to the same incident.

Judge Andrew Cody adjourned the case back to Portlaoise District Court on September 14 for DPP directions and to decide on jurisdiction.