Man charged with stealing jewelry and domestic abuse

A man has appeared in Derry Magistrates Court charged with stealing a number of items of jewellery from his former partner as well as engaging in a course of behaviour that constituted domestic abuse. 

Robert Davis, 35, of Ballinacross Meadows in Derry is alleged to have stolen a Rolex watch and three rings valued at over £9,000 between February 1 and March 23 of this year.

He is also said to have assaulted his partner on May 6 this year, as well as allegedly engaging in a course of abusive behaviour over a period from March 1 and May 8 this year. 

The allegations were said to be aggravated by way of domestic abuse.

Davis pleaded not guilty and the case was adjourned until October 6.