Lack of engagement from IS supporter who stabbed garda ‘disappointing’

Abdullah Khan, 24, whose address cannot be published because of a court order, appeared before the non-jury Special Criminal Court in Dublin on Monday. Stock picture

A judge has said it is “disappointing” that an IS supporter who stabbed a garda will not engage in risk and psychological assessments.

A sentencing date of October 12 has been set for Abdullah Khan, who pleaded guilty to stabbing a garda and setting fire to a pub owned by Conor McGregor.