Derry man accused of assaulting doctor breaches bail
A man accused of assaulting a doctor has appeared at Derry Magistrates’ Court following a breach of his bail conditions.
Ethan Collins (24) of Great James Street was on bail for assaulting a doctor in August, and his bail conditions include that does he not consume any alcohol.
On October 17, police observed Collins walking in front of traffic, first talking to himself, then arguing with himself and finally shadow boxing with himself, the court was told.
A preliminary breath test for alcohol gave a reading of 170mgs almost more that 5 times the legal limit, the court heard.
Police objected to bail, as Collins had previously breached twice, once a day after it was granted, and police believe there is a risk of further breaches.
Defence solicitor Paddy MacDermott said Collins suffers from an addiction to alcohol but that he had recently attended a meeting at Woodlea House.
Bail was granted. He will appear again on October 21.