Man (18) who allegedly shouted at people during Derry bonfire arrested and charged

An 18-year-old man has been charged to court in Derry for allegedly wearing clothing or having articles as a member or supporter of a proscribed organisation following an incident at a bonfire in Derry on Sunday evening, July 12.

A PSNI spokesperson confirmed that the man was arrested after patrol officers allegedly observed him ‘shouting at members of the public in attendance at a bonfire in the Fountain Estate area’.

"He was later charged with wearing clothing or having articles as a member or supporter of a proscribed organisation, under Section 13 of the Terrorism Act.

"He is due to appear before Londonderry Magistrates' Court on Wednesday 5th August.

"As is usual procedure, the charge will be reviewed by the Public Prosecution Service,” the police spokesperson said.

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