Darragh O’Grady, 31, of no fixed abode but from Ireland, was charged with causing serious injury by dangerous driving, dangerous driving, aggravated taking of a vehicle and other driving offences, the force said on Thursday.

Judge Orla Crowe said the accused drove in the most dangerous fashion and that gardaí from Ardee, Dundalk, Swords and members of the Armed Support Unit were all involved in this pursuit.