A young man has appeared in court following a series of attacks on religious buildings in Co Donegal.
Ryan McCrabbe (27) appeared at a special sitting of Letterkenny District Court on Thursday evening.
It follows several alleged arson attacks on buildings in the east Donegal village of St Johnston on Wednesday.
He is charged with committing arson at Royal Orange Hall, Main Street, St Johnston.
He also faces similar charges relating to attacks on St Baithin’s Church, St Johnston and St Johnston Masonic Hall.
Garda Sergeant Maurice Doyle told the court that there would be an objection to bail.
However, solicitor for the accused Patsy Gallagher said he was postponing an application for bail at this point.
He said his client, of McCann’s Corner, St Johnston was currently on dialysis at Letterkenny University Hospital and needed medical attention for his ongoing condition.
Mr Gallagher added: “I am rather concerned about his health situation.”
He also asked the court to ensure that his client was psychologically or psychiatrically assessed as soon as possible.
However, Mr Gallagher added that his client fully understands the charges and has given instructions to him.
Judge Ciaran Liddy agreed to all requests for medical treatment.
The case was adjourned to September 3 by videolink at Letterkenny District Court.
