An Armagh man accused of affray and two serious assaults in Downings will go on trial.

A book of evidence has been served on Christopher McCullagh, who appeared at Letterkenny District Court.

The 34-year-old, of Umgola Manor, Armagh City, is charged with offences relating to February 4, 2024 at Crocknamurleog, Downings.

McCullagh is charged with two separate charges of assault causing harm, charges that relate to two different men. 

McCullagh is also charged with an affray, contrary to section 16 of the Criminal Justice (Public Order) Act, 1994.

Garda Pauline Doherty gave evidence of executing a bench warrant on McCullagh at Letterkenny courthouse on April 13.

Garda Doherty also gave evidence of serving a book of evidence on the accused man.

Sergeant Jim Collins told the court that the Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP) has consented for the accused to be sent forward to the next sitting of Letterkenny Circuit Court.

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Judge Emile Daly made an order returning McCullagh for trial. Judge Daly gave the alibi warning and made a section 56 order, which relates to recordings of interviews.

Sergeant Collins sought a cash lodgement for bail and Judge Daly set bail at €400.

Bail was granted on condition that he provide a contact number to Gardai and be contactable 24-7.

He was represented in court by solicitor Ms Alison Parke. Legal aid was granted and two counsel were assigned in the case.