Man returned for trial to Derry Crown Court on Class A drug charges

David Montieth (38) of St. Columb's Wells in Derry appeared at a Preliminary Enquiry (PE) at the local Magistrates’ Court on Thursday.

He was charged with being concerned in the supply of class A drugs on dates between July 13, 2025 and August 9, 2025, the court heard.

He was also charged with being concerned in the offer to supply class A drugs over the same time period, the court was further told.

It was accepted that there was a case to answer and that there were no contrary submissions at this point.

Montieth indicated to Derry Magistrates’ Court that he did not want to call any witnesses or to make any statement at this stage in the proceedings.

The defendant was returned for trial to Derry Crown Court on a date that is yet to be fixed.