Wigan motorist admits to drug possession and drink-driving

By Gaynor Clarke
Published 18th Dec 2023, 15:45 BST
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A man has admitted being in possession of drugs, as well as driving while over the legal alcohol limit.

Robert Smith, 44, of Oldbridge Drive, Hindley, had class A drug diamorphine – medical heroin – and class C drug diazepam on November 15.

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He also pleaded guilty to drink-driving on the same day, when he had 46 microgrammes of alcohol in 100 millilitres of breath. The legal limit for driving is 35mcg.

He must pay fines totalling £200, along with £85 prosecution costs and £80 victim surcharge.