Craigavon man (29), who is facing several drug related charges, is also accused of possessing an offensive weapon - a 'Police Max' aerosol

By Craigavon Court Reporter
Published 8th Apr 2024, 12:49 BST
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A 29-year-old man, who is facing a number of drug charges plus a charge of possessing an offensive weapon namely an aerosol cannister called ‘Police Max’, is to reappear before court to face a Preliminary Enquiry.

Zilvinas Lokama, from Legahory Court, Craigavon, appeared via video link from Maghaberry Prison before Craigavon Magistrates Court on Friday charged with cultivating cannabis, possession of a Class B controlled drug with intent to supply namely cannabis and possession of a Class B controlled drug namely cannabis.

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He is further charged with possession of a prohibited weapon namely an aerosal spray cannister labelled 'Police Max', which was designed or adapted for the discharge of electricity or any noxious liquid, gas or other thing, dishonestly using electricity and possession of criminal property namely £695 in cash. All charges are dated January 24, 2022.

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Defence solicitor Richard Monteith said he wanted his client to appear on the video link to hear “the rapid progress compared to the last time when he spent nine months in custody before he was granted bail”.

District Judge Francis Rafferty said a Preliminary Enquiry would be held on Friday, April 12.