Woman accused of lockdown breach and assaulting officer

Friday, 29 May 2020 06:08

By Jason Roberts - Court Reporter

A woman accused of breaching lockdown rules and assaulting a police officer has been remanded in custody.

18 year old Katie Alice O’Sullivan of Sherwood Terrace in Douglas appeared via a live video link from the prison before Magistrates at Douglas Courthouse.

She hasn’t yet entered pleas to the charges – both offences are said to have been committed on May 1.

Her advocate Matthew Wilshaw asked for a week-long adjournment while he took instructions from his client.

Magistrates remanded Miss O’Sullivan in custody and she’ll next appear on June 4.

More from Isle of Man News

Island updates arms export rules

The Island's updated its export controls to match the latest European and UK regulations.
Onchan Raceway to stay open with new lease

Onchan commissioners say Onchan's raceway will remain in operation after the company agreed to sign a new lease.
Jobcentre can't stop ads being doubled up

Treasury Minister Alex Allinson says there's no way of ensuring job ads in the Island's Jobcentre aren't doubling up.
Deposits are biggest barrier to getting on property ladder

Manx residents have told a survey about barriers to first-time buyers getting on the property ladder the biggest difficulties are financial.
Vegan beauty salon up for sale

The owners of the Island's first vegan beauty salon say they're selling up.
Committee says more housing needed for young people

A Tynwald committee says the government needs to provide more housing for young people who can't find private rental accommodation.
Half of broken defibs now working

The Island's ambulance service says half of the Island's defibrillators which had been out of order are now working again.
Cider microbrewery planned for Ballasalla

Ballasalla could be getting a new microbrewery, if planners give the go-ahead.