23/08/2006

Man remanded over arms find

A 51-year-old man has appeared at Belfast Magistrates court following the discovery of ammunition in north Belfast.

Michael McKibben, from Sealands Parade, Belfast, was charged with possessing two semi-automatic pistols with intent to endanger life.

The guns were discovered at an address in the Skegoneil area of the city on Monday evening and were removed from the scene for forensic examination.

Mr McKibben, was remanded in custody and will reappear before the court at a later date.

(EF)




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