Geraldine Lynn claimed to be part of the IRA during a vile rant at officers on Cardross Road, Dumbarton, in January after being pulled over as part of a routine check.

But, far from targeting the officers themselves with her abuse, Lynn decided to turn her attentions to their families, “immediately” becoming aggressive with police when stopped.

The Northern Irish native had previously admitted to Dumbarton Sheriff Court causing suffering or fear or alarm after her outburst by shouting, swearing and uttering threats – the court heard she was on bail at the time.

Appearing at court last Tuesday, the 32-year-old sat quietly in the dock with her head down as the events of January 20 were revisited.

Prosecuting, Isobel Martin said: “Police said the accused appeared to be intoxicated and smelled heavily of drink. She immediately started shouting and swearing and was told to stop, but continued.

“She was told she was under arrest and was put in the back of the police van, continuing to swear. She told officers, ‘you’re dead,’ and said ‘I’m going to blow your van up’.” Court heard how Lynn then screamed at officers: “I was in the IRA – I’m going to blow up your wife and kids.” Lynn had previously missed out on an appointment to meet with the Criminal Justice and Social Work department for the preparation of a report after visiting her terminally ill father in Dungiven , Ireland.

Court previously heard how her father is suffering from stomach cancer, which had spread throughout his body.

Defending, Mr Garrett told court his client was from a large Irish family and had suffered abuse in the past.

Highlighting some of her problems, he continued: “She has various difficulties with alcohol and is addicted to some drugs.

“She has a history of abuse and has mental health problems as a result.” Lynn, of Clydebank, is subject to a bail order from Glasgow Sheriff Court, the outcome of which is still to be determined. Mr Garrett added: “She is currently attending CARA, a service for counselling, and meets with the Clydebank Addiction Team regularly. She accepts full responsibility and accepts it is unacceptable behaviour.” Sentencing, Sheriff Ian Cameron gave Lynn a community payback order with a 12 month supervision requirement. That will see the court receive a bi-monthly update.