Merseyside man awaits trial over large scale drug smuggling plot

Monday, 27 November 2023 at 07:42

A Merseyside man has been remanded in custody as he awaits trial over an alleged plot to smuggle hundreds of thousands of pounds worth heroin and cocaine to the island.

Michael Peter Ball of Old Mill Lane in Formby appeared before High Bailiff Jayne Hughes at Douglas Courthouse.

The 41 year old denies producing 1.2 kilos of cocaine and almost 2 kilos of heroin to the Island on October 21 and two counts of supplying class A drugs on October 22.

There was no bail application and he was remanded in custody until his next court appearance on December 21.

More from Isle of Man News

Weather warning for tonight and tomorrow

Forecasters say we can expect more coastal overtopping during the next two high tides.
Mountain Railway damaged by gales

One of the Island's historic railways will be out of action until at least Thursday.
Ten local authorities looking for members in December elections

There'll be a big day for local authorities in December - when 10 by-elections are due to be held.
Don't sweat Met threat on internet

If you've had emails from the Metropolitan Police containing legal threats about an investigation that needs your cooperation, don't panic.
Commissioners unveil mission statement for parish

A local authority in the west of the Island has unveiled its mission statement after months of consideration.
Island's capital city announces firework celebrations date

Douglas Council says its annual firework display will take place on the first evening of late-night shopping in the run-up to Christmas.
DOI ready to close roads if needed as overtopping hits coasts

The Department of Infrastructure says its staff will be on hand to close if needed roads this morning.
Storm damage closes promenade in Laxey

Laxey promenade is due to stay closed for much of today for cleanup work after last night's storm.