A Paisley drug dealer was caught with cannabis worth over £2000.
Dean Glass admitted to being concerned in the supply of the Class B drug on July 2, 2024, at his home in the town’s Bank Street and Cochran Street.
The 28-year-old was snared when cops had reason to stop and search him.
Officers found a number of green herbal material items in his rucksack alongside an iPhone that was “continuously” receiving messages on a number of platforms.
Procurator fiscal depute Ashleigh Pollock today told Paisley Sheriff Court: “Police had cause to stop the accused while he was walking on Bank Street.
“The accused was searched and items were recovered from his rucksack that contained green herbal material.
“A grey iPhone was also recovered and officers noted a high volume of messages continuously coming through on a number of platforms.
“The accused was informed he was under arrest and while under caution he stated, ‘I’ve got some personal weed on my bed, it’s just for me though.’
“Glass was taken to Greenock police office and a search warrant was granted for his property.
“Officers thereafter searched the accused’s home where various items were found including herbal cannabis being recovered alongside £300 in mixed cash thereafter £2100 was recovered.
“A total of 44.8g of cannabis was recovered and tested positive.
“The value of the drugs is £2200.”
The Crown made a motion for forfeiture of the cash totalling £2480.
Defence agent Mr McWilliams told the court Glass was a “first offender.”
He added: “He grew up in a house where his step father normalised the use of cannabis.
“He has compensated personal issues with the use of cannabis.
“He bought higher quantities to fund his own use.”
Sheriff Kevin Duffy stated: “Any offence considered in the supply of drugs has to be taken seriously by the court.”
Glass was made subject to supervision of the social work department for nine months.
He was also ordered to carry out 160 hours of community service within six months.
The Crown motion for forfeiture of £2480 was granted.
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