Man to stand trial on murder charge

A 59-year-old man is to stand trial accused of a murder in the city centre last year.
By The Newsroom
Published 9th Nov 2014, 08:00 BST

Kieran McLaughlin, of Elaghmore Park, appeared at Londonderry Magistrates Court last week, at which time a preliminary inquiry was held into the case against him.

The accused is charged with the murder of Barry McCrory on October 10, last year.

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McLaughlin is further charged with the possession of firearms with intent to endanger life on October 16.

A barrister who appeared for the defence told the court that it was accepted there is a case for his client to answer.

McLaughlin declined to say anything in answer to the charges when asked.

McLaughlin was remanded in custody to appear at Belfast Crown Court for arraignment, and is to appear in court on December 5.