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Derry Magistrate's Court
Derry Magistrates' Court heard today how when police approached an intoxicated man on the Peace Bridge he started shouting at them.
Charles Quigley (38) of Meenan Drive in Derry admitted a charge of disorderly behavior and one of assault on police that occurred on October 30.
The court heard that police attended the bridge and found Quigley who was described as 'volatile and aggressive'.
He was asked for his name and replied 'my name is f--k you'.
Quigley continued to shout despite being warned to stop and was escorted off the bridge when he headbutted an officer.
Defence counsel Stephen Chapman said that alcohol was 'a major issue' for this defendant who had pleased guilty to the charges.
Quigley was given a sentence of 5 months suspended for 3 years, 12 months probation and ordered to pay £200 in compensation.
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