Man given suspended sentence for shouting abuse at anti-racist protest in Derry now charged with assaulting police
Jason Murphy (32) of Dennett Gardens in Derry was charged with the new offence that was said to have occurred on August 13
A man given a suspended sentence last week for shouting abuse at an anti-racist protest in the Guildhall Square has appeared again at Derry Magistrates Court charged with assaulting police.
Jason Murphy (32) of Dennett Gardens in Derry was charged with the new offence that was said to have occurred on August 13.
Police opposed bail, telling the court that they believe Murphy was at risk of reoffending and pointing out that he had 111 previous convictions, including ten for assaulting police.
They also said that he had a number of dependency issues, including drugs and alcohol.
Defense solicitor Seamus Quigley said that Murphy had been found on 'the wrong side of the railings' by the River Foyle and accepted that he 'has a mountain to climb' in regards to his addictions.
District Judge Barney McElhom granted bail with a curfew and a ban on all drink and non-prescribed drugs.
He also issued a final warning to Murphy that any further charges will result in a remand in custody.
He will appear again on August 28.