November sentence for drug offender

Monday, 5 September 2016 00:00

Social enquiry reports have been requested before a Douglas man is sentenced for drugs offences.

25-year-old Ben Owen appeared before the Court of General Gaol Delivery at Douglas Courthouse last week.

He's previously admitted five offences from August 5th - including two of unlawful production of cannabis and possession of cannabis and MDMA with intent to supply .

He also pleaded guilty to being in possession of criminal property to the value of £665.

The reports will be compiled before Owen is sentenced on November 21st - there was no application for bail and he was remanded at the Isle of Man Prison.

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