Police catch intoxicated Derry man breaching his bail conditions after he nips out for a Chinese takeaway

Police caught a Derry man breaching his bail conditions when he left the house in an intoxicated state to get a Chinese takeaway.

Justin McCabe, 45, of Bonds Hill appeared at Derry Magistrates Court for a breach of police bail conditions.

A police officer appeared in court to explain that one of his conditions stated that he must not be intoxicated in a public place.

Defence solicitor Seamus Quigley said his client has a ‘bad record’ and a ‘long history with alcohol and drug problems’.

Explaining the breach, he added: “He was drunk and went for a Chinese, and was stopped by police.”

A police officer objected to bail due to a risk of further offending.

He confirmed that the defendant was going to get food at 10.30pm at Clooney Terrace when he was spotted ‘staggering’ and ‘unstable on his feet’.

Addressing the defendant, Deputy District Judge John Connolly said: “The next time you want a Chinese order in, and don’t leave the house.”

McCabe was released on his own bail of £500.