Jamie Smith, a 27-year-old fitness instructor from Dublin, has been sentenced to six and a half years in prison after driving a hired van filled with nearly €4 million of cannabis. Despite having no previous convictions, he accepted a one-off payment to transport the drugs amidst personal financial struggles, claiming ignorance about the true nature of his cargo. The case raises questions about desperation leading individuals into criminal activity.
I got offered this, to drive the van, a one-off payment, Jamie Smith told gardaí. My job is what I love, helping people lose weight. I was just stupid.
The Dubliner, who had no previous convictions, drove a hired van for the round trip after experiencing financial problems.
The court heard he had no idea of the amount of drugs involved.
A 27-year-old fitness instructor has been jailed for six and a half years for transporting almost €4 million worth of cannabis from Cavan to Dublin.
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