Noisy drunk clams up when police question him

A noisy drunk became tongue tied for just two words when police quizzed him about his identity outside a Sunderland supermarket.

John Brennan, 35, refused to give his name when requested during a disturbance he caused at Tesco Express in Newcastle Road,Rok er, a court heard.

Brennan, of Farding Lake Court, Mars den, South Shields, insisted officers already knew his identity from his past lengthy record of offending.

But he was otherwise happy to shout and act aggressively in front of officers and shoppers on Friday, February17–leading to his arrest.

Prosecutor Mike Lawson told South Tyneside Magistrates’ Court: “Police were called to deal with a male who was causing an issue outside the store.

“When they got there, staff advised that the defendant had been bar red previously. He was sitting and causing an issue.

“Police tried to calm him, but he began aggressively shouting and screaming at police. He was told to behave but again became aggressive.

“He tried to leave the scene but again became aggressive and abusive towards police. This was in a public area.

Brennan pleaded guilty in his absence to being drunk and disorderly in a public place.

Paul Kennedy, defending, said: “I think what happened is that police turned up and asked for his details. He told them that they already knew who he was.

“There’s some concerning mental health at this time. In reality, there’s little the court can do. He hasn’ t a good record, but he hasn’t been in trouble for a little while.

Deputy District Judge ArlaghDavies fined Brennan £40, with £85 court costs and a £16 victim surcharge.