Christian Mayers, 54, of Ashley Park, Onchan, has been remanded in custody.

Mayers is charged with burglary and being in possession of a firearm, namely a sawn-off shotgun and 34 cartridges.

No plea was entered when he appeared in front of Deputy High Bailiff Chris Arrowsmith, via video link from police custody, on Monday.

Mayers is next due to appear on Tuesday, May 19, via video link from the prison.