Derry man returned for trial on series of drug and driving charges

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Dylan Lockhart (28), of Beraghvale in Derry, appeared at a Preliminary Enquiry at the local Magistrates' Court

A man has been returned for trial to Derry Crown Court on a series of drug and driving charges. 

Dylan Lockhart (28), of Beraghvale in Derry, appeared at a Preliminary Enquiry at the local Magistrates' Court today (Thursday). 

He was charged with a series of driving offences including dangerous driving and driving while disqualified as well as a charge of assault on a police officer on August 17 last year.

Lockhart was further charged with being concerned in the supply of cocaine, cannabis and Pregablin on dates between June 30 and August 16 last year.

It was accepted there was a case to answer and there were no contrary submissions. 

Lockhart said he did not wish to call any witnesses or make any statement at this stage. 

He was returned for trial to Derry Crown Court on May 21 and remanded in continuing custody. 

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