20/09/2006

Man remanded over drugs charges

A 47-year-old man has been remanded in custody following the seizure of a quantity of Class A and Class C drugs.

John Maxwell, of Agra Street, off the Ormeau Road, today appeared at Belfast Magistrates Court on seven drugs-related charges, including possession of and supplying cocaine, possession of MDMA crystal, a form of ecstasy, with intent to supply, and possession of cannabis.

There was no application for bail and Mr Maxwell was remanded in custody until October 18.

(EF/KMcA)

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