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09 Oct 2025

Suspended sentence for man charged with assaulting police and possessing drugs

Patrick McGlinchey (54) of Carnhill in Derry appeared charged with assaulting police and possessing drugs on January 21 this year

Suspended sentence for Donegal man at Derry Magistrate's Court

Derry Magistrates' Court

A man who had managed to stay out of trouble for a period has been given a suspended sentence at Derry Magistrates' Court today. 
Patrick McGlinchey (54) of Carnhill in Derry appeared charged with assaulting police and possessing drugs on January 21 this year.
The court heard that police had occasion to speak to the defendant and 'met with resistance' including McGlinchey barricading the door.
Police gained access and the defendant then kicked out at two officers.
A quantity of drugs were also found on the defendant. 
When interviewed McGlinchey apologised for his behaviour. 
Deputy District Judge Trevor Browne said the defendant had managed to stay out of trouble and was seeking assistance for his problems. 
McGlinchey was sentenced to four months in custody suspended for 18 months.

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