Man charged with number of burglaries at various Derry businesses


John McGilloway (41) whose address was given as HMP Magilligan was charged with the offences that occurred between February 2023 and May 2024
A man has appeared at Derry Magistrates Court charged with a number of burglaries at various local businesses across the city.
John McGilloway (41) whose address was given as HMP Magilligan was charged with the offences that occurred between February 2023 and May 2024.
The offences included trespassing at Stewart's Motors, burglary from Bubbles Dry Cleaners, a Rice Bowl Chinese takeaway, Brown's in the Town and Danano's and attempted burglary from the Pickled Duck cafe and Chili's Indian restaurant.
Defense solicitor Paddy MacDermott said that there would be no bail application at this time as McGilloway is currently serving a prison sentence but is due for release in early September.
He will appear again on September 2 for a bail application.
