Derry man who threatened to cut up former partner remanded in custody
Gareth Brown (24) of Clon Elagh in Derry appeared charged with breaching a non molestation order
A man charged with breaching a non molestation order allegedly told his former partner he would 'cut her up' and 'I will do life for you'.
Gareth Brown (24) of Clon Elagh in Derry appeared charged with breaching the order on May 28 and a series of other domestic related offences from April 16.
A police officer connected the accused to the charges and opposed bail.
Derry Magistrate's Court heard that the allegations related to phone calls the defendant was said to have made to the woman over a period of days.
Brown was released on police bail in relation to the alleged offences in April.
At interview the defendant said if he had wanted to hurt the woman he could have.
Defence counsel Stephen Chapman said that the defendant said he had been in contact with the woman over the children.
He said there had been 'no physical contact' despite both parties being in 'relative proximity'.
District Judge Ted Magill said despite Brown having a clear record he didn't feel he was suitable for bail.
He was remanded in custody to appear again on June 26.