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Man accused of drug smuggling

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A JAMAICAN MAN is expected to appear in court today accused of attempting to bring seven pounds of cannabis into the island.

According to police, 46-year-old Richard Clive Sewell arrived by air from Jamaica on Saturday and was interviewed by police and referred to Customs.

A search of his suitcase allegedly revealed ten packages of cannabis hidden in a false compartment.

Sewell faces charges of possession, possession with intent to supply, trafficking and importation. (PR/NB)

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