Mechanic Remanded to Prison on Drug Trafficking Charges
Mechanic Remanded to Prison on Drug Trafficking Charges
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Dennis Emmanuel, a mechanic hailing from South Ruimveldt, Georgetown, found himself facing serious charges of drug trafficking after being allegedly caught with 810 grams of cocaine on April 23, 2024, at Hadfield Street, Georgetown.
Appearing before Senior Magistrate Leron Daly at the Georgetown Magistrates’ Court on Friday, Emmanuel denied the charge leveled against him, pleading not guilty to the possession of cocaine with intent to traffic.
According to reports, Emmanuel, also known as “Natty,” was apprehended during a mobile patrol by police officers on Hadfield Street. Acting on information regarding suspected drugs and ammunition, law enforcement proceeded to the location where they encountered Emmanuel seated at a junction.
Upon conducting a search, police discovered two motor vehicles nearby, registered as PLL7613 and PTT682. Emmanuel claimed that the PTT682 BMW belonged to Attorney-at-law Gordon Gilhuys and was under his possession for mechanical work. Subsequent searches led to the discovery of the cocaine concealed in a black plastic bag within vehicle PTT682, alongside $389,760 found in vehicle PLL7613.
Emmanuel allegedly admitted ownership of the cocaine, stating, “Offica, the cocaine is my own, I do hustle on the road.”
Further investigations revealed Emmanuel’s prior involvement in offenses related to possession of firearms, ammunition, and narcotics for trafficking purposes.
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Following objections from the Prosecutor based on Emmanuel’s criminal history, bail was denied. Consequently, Emmanuel was remanded to prison pending further legal proceedings, with his next court appearance scheduled for May 17, 2024.
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