Derry Court: Man who possessed a flamethrower threatened to burn local business down

A man has appeared before Derry Magistrate's Court today charged with possessing a flamethrower.

Thomas McCoubrey (29) of no fixed abode appeared charged with possessing a flamethrower on May 13.

He was also charged with threatening to burn down a Bed and Breakfast business on the same date. 

A police officer connected the accused to the charges and there was no bail application as there is no address. 

A prosecution solicitor said that the possessing a flamethrower charge may be reviewed. 

McCoubrey was remanded in custody to appear again on June 12.