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Scottish man admits to drugs conspiracy
Summary
Ryan Watson, 32, of Glasgow, pleaded guilty before the Special Criminal Court to conspiring to import controlled drugs worth over €13,000 between 18 December 2024 and 15 January 2025, both inside and outside the State. The case is scheduled for mention on 20 October, when the court will review a probation report, a governor's report, an education report and a urinalysis. Conor Costello, 31, of Derry, also pleaded guilty to the same charge earlier this month. Other defendants include Gary Monks, 40, Miljan Koprivica, 45, and three Filipino men: Hanz Pangahin, 36; Christopher Ampo, 44; and Feljon Lao, 62.
Who, what, where, when and why
What: Report matter: Scottish man admits to drugs conspiracy. Charges or matters: a charge that he conspired with others on dates between December 18, 2024 and January 15, 2025, both dates inclusive, within and outside the State, to import controlled drugs worth in excess of €13,000; the same charge earlier this month. Procedural stage: trial
When:
- December 18, 2024 Hearing Or Sentence
- January 15, 2025 Hearing Or Sentence
- October 20 Hearing Or Sentence
- 2025-07-31 Publication
Case subjects
Accused
Charges: a charge that he conspired with others on dates between December 18, 2024 and January 15, 2025, both dates inclusive, within and outside the State, to import controlled drugs worth in excess of €13,000; the same charge earlier this month (Admitted)
Plea: Guilty
Outcome: The matter has been put back for mention to October 20 next, on which date a probation report, governor's report, an education report, and urinalysis have all been requested by the court.
Places mentioned
- Special Criminal Court
- Mailerbeg Gardens
- Earhart Park
- Madamsbank Road
- Amulree Place
- Bollin Drive
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