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07/11/2024
West Belfast Man Sentenced For Drug Possession
A west Belfast man has been sentenced to 120 hours of community service at Belfast Crown Court today, Wednesday 6th November.
Raymond Donnelly, 44, pleaded guilty to possession of a Class A controlled drug with intent to supply. The charge stems from a police operation in April 2022, where officers seized cocaine with an estimated street value of £4000 from an address in west Belfast.
Detective Sergeant Cargin said: "A search under warrant uncovered cocaine, deal bags and multiple mobile phones.
"Today's sentencing shows that police, remain committed to disrupting the activities of those involved with criminality and drug-related activity.
"Information from the public is crucial in helping us tackle the scourge of drugs and removing those who supply drugs from our streets. Information can be given directly to police by calling 101 or online at www.psni.police.uk/makeareport/ . Alternatively, the charity Crimestoppers can be contacted anonymously on 0800 555 111 or online at www.crimestoppers-uk.org."
Raymond Donnelly, 44, pleaded guilty to possession of a Class A controlled drug with intent to supply. The charge stems from a police operation in April 2022, where officers seized cocaine with an estimated street value of £4000 from an address in west Belfast.
Detective Sergeant Cargin said: "A search under warrant uncovered cocaine, deal bags and multiple mobile phones.
"Information from the public is crucial in helping us tackle the scourge of drugs and removing those who supply drugs from our streets. Information can be given directly to police by calling 101 or online at www.psni.police.uk/makeareport/ . Alternatively, the charity Crimestoppers can be contacted anonymously on 0800 555 111 or online at www.crimestoppers-uk.org."
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