Brothers remanded in prison over drug charges

Two brothers accused of drug offences have been further remanded at the Isle of Man Prison.

44-year- old John Darren Connolly, of Spring Valley Road, appeared via live video link at Douglas Courthouse on Thursday.

He's been charged with being unlawfully concerned in the production of cocaine and possessing it with intent to supply on January 28.

40-year- old Stephen Neil Connolly, of Bailey Drive in Bootle, also appeared before Magistrates.

He's accused of three offences of being unlawfully concerned in the production of cocaine and cannabis and in the supply of the drugs.

Committal proceedings - where the case is elevated to the Court of General Gaol Delivery - will take place on September 7.

There were no applications for bail.