20/07/2006

Belfast man on remand following fatal collision

A Belfast man has been remanded in custody in connection with a car crash in which a 22-year-old man died.

Mark John Page, of Joanmount Park in Belfast appeared in court today on charges of dangerous driving causing death, hijacking, and having an offensive weapon.

Darryl Faulkner, from Ballysillan in North Belfast, was killed in the crash, following a collision with a police Land Rover on the Hightown Road on 11 July. The accident is currently being investigated by the Police Ombudsman.

A defence solicitor has said an application for bail will be lodged with the High Court.

(CL)

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