Cops say man had cocaine at Bourda Market

THREE grams of cocaine was the cause of a 32-year-old man being remanded to prison by City Magistrate Judy Latchman when he appeared before her on Wednesday charged with drug possession.

Michael Deonarine, who has no fixed place of abode was charged for having the cocaine in his possession on November 26 at Bourda Market.

The unrepresented man pleaded not guilty to the charge while explaining to the court that he works as a labourer in the street where he lives.

Police Prosecutor, Corporal Shawn Gonzales strongly opposed the man being released on bail since he poses a flight risk.

The Magistrate remanded Deonarine until December 13 and transferred his matter to the Chief Magistrate Ann McLennan.

According to reports, Deonarine was arrested by the police on a report of break and enter allegation against him. The ranks decided to carry out a search and the narcotic was found in his pants pocket.

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