Meet Richard Kamson.
To his professional network on LinkedIn, he was the Social Media Manager for DNA Nightclub, a premier student venue in Galway City.
Behind the scenes, however, his life took a drastically different turn. Kamson's escalating encounters with local law enforcement ranging from public order issues to a major €81,000 drug seizure ultimately pulling the young promoter from the nightlife scene and into the Galway Circuit Criminal Court.
🎥 May 2020: The Salthill Promenade Incident
During a pandemic lockdown weekend, Kamson (then a teenager) was involved in a hostile physical altercation with An Garda Síochána on Salthill beach and the Promenade.
The Aftermath: He posted an aggressive video rant targeting the guards on social media, which went viral and caused massive public backlash.
The Apology & Court Outcome: He later deleted the video and issued a public apology on Galway Bay FM. Charged with public order and obstruction offenses, the court spared him jail due to his young age, clear record, and athletic potential, placing him on the Restorative Justice Programme instead.
🏠 September 2021: The RTB Eviction (Doughiska)
Kamson’s ongoing anti-social behavior at his family's social housing apartment in Straith Fhada, Doughiska, resulted in severe consequences for his household.
The Breaches: The landlord, Tuath Housing, issued multiple formal warnings regarding disruptions caused by Kamson.
The Tribunal: Tuath ultimately issued a Notice of Termination. Kamson appealed the eviction, but the Residential Tenancies Board (RTB) tribunal rejected his excuses, upheld the landlord's evidence of severe tenancy breaches, and legally confirmed the eviction, forcing his family out.
❄️ September 2021: The €81,000 Drug Raid
Concurrently, a targeted Garda raid at the Doughiska apartment exposed Kamson's involvement in large-scale drug dealing.
The Search: Gardaí executed a search warrant at his home and found quantities of drugs in his bedroom.
The Woods: Kamson cooperated upon arrest and led officers to Merlin Park Woods, where two gear bags were unearthed.
Forensic Science Ireland valued the total haul at €81,000 (€57,000 in cannabis and €24,000 in cocaine).
⚖️ March 2026: Court and Custody Remand
Kamson appeared before Judge Brian O'Callaghan at the Galway Circuit Criminal Court, pleading guilty to possession of drugs for sale or supply.
The Deception: His defense argued for leniency, presenting a probation report stating he was a low risk for reoffending. However, Gardaí strongly disputed this, revealing Kamson had actively come to their adverse attention for separate offenses while claiming to be rehabilitating.
The Outcome: Stating that Kamson had misled both the court and the Probation Service, Judge O'Callaghan revoked his bail, remanded him in custody, and adjourned the final sentencing to demand updated, verified background reports.
Richard Kamson pleaded guilty to charges under Section 15 of the Misuse of Drugs Act 1977, specifically the unlawful possession of controlled drugs (cocaine and cannabis) for the purpose of sale or supply.
Because the financial valuation of the seized drugs reached approximately €81,000, his actions legally fall under the severe criteria of Section 15A of the Act, which dictates trafficking offenses exceeding a €13,000 threshold.
📅 Current Status and Court Updates
His final sentencing hearing was formally adjourned by Judge Brian O'Callaghan until June 10, 2026, meaning his case was scheduled to return to the Galway Circuit Criminal Court yesterday.
The Remand Status: Kamson spent the period leading up to June 10 held in custody after his bail was completely revoked in March.
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