A SELF-REPRESENTING man accused of drugs offences who launched a foul-mouthed tirade from the dock when he first appeared in court is to undergo a psychiatric assessment.
Brian Patrick Joseph Murphy (57) from Ballaghmore Heights, Enniskillen is charged with cultivating, possessing and being concerned in the supply of cannabis on March 19.
Asked if he understood the charges, Murphy replied , “No I don’t.” He then spoke out repeatedly until the judge warned him, “Don’t say another word.”
However to this Murphy demanded, “Why? Why not.” When the judge asked if he wished to apply for bail Murphy retorted, “No comment.” “I’ll take that as a no then,” said the judge.
On being told he was being remanded in custody Murphy told him to “F*** off.” The judge again tried to explain the position by Murphy shouted, “F*** you.
Paedophiles and rapists. All of you.” As he was led to the cells, he again shouted “F*** off.”
At the most recent appearance before Enniskillen Magistrates Court by video-link Murphy continued to speak out and District Judge Alana McSorley decided to order a psychiatric evaluation before the case proceeds further.
The case will be mentioned again on May 5.
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