Woman charged with assault

A 29-year-old has appeared in court accused of assaulting another woman in a local hostel.

Kelly Anne O’Kane, of Foyle Road, is charged with common assault on May 17.

Bishop Street courthouse, Derry,placeholder image
Bishop Street courthouse, Derry,

Derry Magistrate’s Court heard allegations hostel staff went into her room and allegedly found a wooden log.

The staff member attempted to calm O’Kane down, offering to take the log and give it back in the morning.

However, O’Kane allegedly said ‘I’ll kill you if I don’t get that back.’

She was remanded in custody and the case was adjourned until May 24.

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