Derry man charged with possessing firearm in public

Paul Gérard Gallagher (60) of Summerhill Grove in Derry appeared at Derry Magistrate's Court to face a number of charges

A man has appeared at Derry Magistrate's Court today charged with possessing a firearm or imitation firearm in public.

Paul Gérard Gallagher (60) of Summerhill Grove in Derry appeared to face a number of charges.

He was charged with possessing the fireman or imitation firearm on September 1 this year and having that weapon in public.

He is also charged with driving while unfit through drink or drugs on the Buncrana Road on the same date.

Gallagher was also charged with failing to give a sample to police.

Gallagher was connected to the charges.

Defence solicitor Paddy MacDermott said that a full file was required in the case.

The case was adjourned until November 6 and Gallagher was released on bail.