Merseyside man charged with huge drug smuggling operation, committed to higher court

Friday, 19 January 2024 07:11

A Merseyside man charged with bringing hundreds of thousands of pounds worth of drugs to the Island has been committed to the Island’s higher court.

Michael Peter Ball of Old Mill Lane in Formby appeared before magistrates at Douglas Courthouse.

The 41 year old denies producing heroin and cocaine with a combined value of up to £748,000 and supplying them last October.

Magistrates remanded him in custody and committed the case to the Court of General Gaol Delivery, where he’ll appear on a date to be fixed.

More from Isle of Man News

Pet foodbank needs your help!

An Island organisation which acts as a food bank for pets on the Island is appealing for urgent help after a surge in demand.
How much cash can government raise in 10 days, asks MHK

How much cash can the government lay its hands on in 10 days if it needed to?
LegCo considers meeting on a different day

Should the Legislative Council sit on a different day in future?
Extra promenade bus facilities would cost estimated £735k

The Department of Infrastructure says extra bus stops and shelters at the end of Douglas Promenade would cost around £735,000.
Medieval cross returned home to Royal Chapel

A medieval cross dating back to the 10th century has returned to the Royal Chapel of St John's.
Arbory MHKs in "parasite politicians" spat

A question about nicotine pouches has turned into a social media spat between MHKs in the south of the Island.
Tyson Fury's boxing glove sold for £7k in charity auction

Island resident Tyson Fury's boxing glove has been sold for £7,000 at a charity auction.
Parcels may be hit by customs charges under EU rules

The Post Office says new customs rules for parcels sent to European Union countries will come into force next week.