FIVE males arrested by police following an incident in the Buncrana Road area of Derry on Tuesday afternoon have been charged by detectives to appear before Derry Magistrates’ Court today, Thursday, August 19, for a first remanded hearing.
A sixth, a 28 year old man, is currently being treated in hospital for injuries sustained in the incident.
A 14 year old male has been charged with a number of offences including possession of an offensive weapon in a public place and possession of an article with a blade or point in a public place.
A 19 year old man has been charged with dangerous driving and possession of an offensive weapon in a public place.
A 23 year old man has been charged with a number of driving offences including dangerous driving.
A 25 year old man has been charged with possession of an article with a blade or point in a public place.
A 28 year old man has been charged with a number of offences including affray; possession of an offensive weapon in a public place; and grievous bodily harm with intent.
As is normal procedure, all charges will be reviewed by the Public Prosecution Service.
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