A case in which it is alleged a firearm was used in a robbery and attempted robbery is to move to crown court for trial.
In order of alleged occurrence, Finbar Stephen Maguire, from Bay View, Jonesborough is accused of attempting to rob a Post Office in Cullyhanna on October 5, 2022.
Six days later, on October 11, 2022, the 34-year-old is accused of robbing a service station of £100 followed by €100 from a business, both while in possession of a handgun with intent to endanger life.
A prosecuting lawyer told Armagh Magistrates’ Court the case is on track to transfer for trial.
District Judge Anne Marshall remanded Maguire on continuing bail to attend for a committal hearing on July 18 when he is expected to be returned for trial.
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