Co Armagh man accused of possession of cocaine with intent to supply is sent for trial to Craigavon Crown Court
A 36-year-old Co Armagh man, accused of dealing drugs, has been sent for trial.
Conor Patrick Nicholson, from Charlestown Road, Derrytrasna, Derrytagh South, Craigavon, appeared before Craigavon Magistrates Court for a Preliminary Enquiry.
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Two charges were put to the defendant - possession of the Class A drug cocaine with intent to supply on November 1, 2022 and possession of the Class A drug cocaine on November 1, 2022.
A prosecutor said that based on the papers before the court he submitted there was a prima facie case to answer.
Nicholson’s barrister, Mr Aaron Thompson, said there were no contrary submissions.
District Judge Michael Ranaghan said he had read the papers and is satisfied there is a prima facie case against Mr Nicholson.
The defendant declined to say anything or submit anything in writing in response to the charges.
Nicholson was sent for trial to Craigavon Crown Court with arraignment on January 29, 2026. He was released on £300 court bail.