A number of road closures will be in place.

The police car was significantly damaged.

When the charge was read out, Sharyar Ali replied with one word - "Guilty".

Tactical Support officers and the Dog Unit chased the two male suspects into a wooded area after they abandoned the camper in a laneway.

Daniel O’Callaghan, from Monog Road in Crossmaglen, Co Armagh, was also convicted of theft, money laundering and possession of more than €400,000 in stolen cash.

Two garda cars had to take evasive action to avoid being rammed.

PSNI Officers were alerted and arrested three teenagers just north of Derrynoose.

Mr Dwyer said his clients crime was out of character, that he co-operated with Gardai and intends to remain out of trouble for the rest of his life.