Young Co Tyrone man sent for trial on drug charges in New Year
A 21-year-old Co Tyrone man has been returned for trial on drug charges.
Ronan Coney, from Ardnaskea Road in Coalisland, is charged with being concerned in the supply of cocaine and cannabis; having unlawfullly in his possession MDMA (ecstasy) and ketamine, and having unlawfully in his possession criminal property.
The alleged offences took place on dates between February 21 and November 18, 2024.
A Public Prosecution Service lawyer told Dungannon Magistrates Court on Friday that there is a prima facie case to answer.
Coney replied “no” when asked by the court clerk at a preliminary enquiry if he wished to say anything in answer to the charges at this stage.
He also said “no” when asked if he wished to tender a written statement of evidence.
District Judge Francis Rafferty released him on bail of £250.
He returned him for arraignment at Dungannon Crown Court on January 6 next year.