Man filmed gardai at checkpoint in Laois 

A probation report was ordered for a man who began filming gardai at a checkpoint in Laois. 

Ali Hamisi, 24, of 16 Waterfront Apartments, Portarlington admitted committing public order offences at Main Street, Stradbally on September 9 last. 

He was accused of threatening and abusive behaviour, failing to comply with the directions of gardai and obstruction at Main Street, Stradbally on the date in question. 

Garda Sergeant JJ Kirby said the defendant approached gardai as the operated a check point in Stradbally. 

“Mr Hamisi came up to them and started filming them,” he said. 

Sgt Kirby said the defendant became aggressive and then ran from gardai. He said the man has 41 previous convictions. 

Solicitor Michael Byrne said his client is “very apologetic” over the incident. He said the man had only recently been released from prison. 

“He is very remorseful and he is apologetic,” said Mr Byrne. 

Mr Byrne said his client has an offer of work as a painter and decorator and could bring €300 to court if needed. 

“He can have it in court today in an hours time,” he said. 

Judge Andrew  Cody was told the offer of full time employment was in place for the defendant. 

He remanded the case back to Portlaoise District Court on December 14 to allow for a probation and welfare report. He also asked that the defendant produce payslips to show he was working.