MMA fighter Joshua Allen charged with assaulting gardaí and drug-driving offences

Court hears case against MMA fighter was adjourned amid solicitors' industrial action, with next hearing set for September

Joshua Allen. File picture

MMA fighter Joshua Allen has been charged with allegedly driving a van at a garda, assaulting two gardaí, driving under the influence of cocaine and cannabis, and possessing ketamine and a knife.

Mr Allen, 26, appeared before Midleton District Court on Thursday facing nine charges, all dating from October 27, 2025, and allegedly committed in the Shanagarry area of east Cork, near Ballymaloe House and Cookery School, founded by members of the Allen family.