Derry man charged with driving offences while on bail for similar charges

A man has appeared at Derry Magistrate's Court charged with a number of driving offences while on bail for similar charges.

Oran McGlinchey (20) of Clon Elagh in Derry was charged with, between November 1 and 3, driving while disqualified, driving with no insurance, dangerous driving and failing to stop for police.

The court heard police were out on patrol when they initially noticed a car that appeared to speed up upon seeing them, driving at 80mph in a 40mph zone.

Police turned on lights and sirens and began to pursue the vehicle that the court heard continued to drive in a dangerous manner through a number of roundabouts.

Eventually, police pulled up alongside the vehicle after McGlinchey had been overtaking other cars as he headed towards the border.

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Defence Barrister Sinead Rogan said that 'the seriousness of the situation had passed over' McGlinchey's head, telling the court that it appeared that a plea will be made.

Bail was refused and he will appear again on November 27.