County Derry man charged over shotgun incident while under influence

A man has appeared at Derry Magistrate's Court today charged with possessing a shotgun while under the influence of alcohol or drugs. 

David Roborough (40) of Drumrane Road in Dungiven appeared to face three charges.

He was charged with possessing a shotgun with intent to place someone in fear violence could be used on September 14.

He was also charged with possessing the weapon under suspicious circumstances and possessing it while under the influence of alcohol or drugs on the same date. 

Defence counsel Stephen Mooney said he believed this was a case to go to Limavady court.

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The case was adjourned until November 5 and Roborough was released on bail.