October committal for man accused of heroin production

47-year-old allegedly had Class A drug worth up to £75K

A Douglas man accused of producing heroin to the Isle of Man, which had a street value of between £37,000 and £75,000, has appeared in court again.

Shaun Robert Milligan, of Manor Woods, has also been charged with possessing the Class A drug with intent to supply and possession of more than £20,000 in criminal cash.

The 47-year-old is further accused of dangerous driving and failing to stop for a PC – the offences allegedly took place on or about 17 July.

Committal proceedings – where the case is elevated to the Court of General Gaol Delivery – will take place on 3 October.

There was no application for bail and he’s been remanded at the Isle of Man Prison until that date.

Update: At Douglas Courthouse on 3 October the court was told committal had been delayed - it will now take place on 24 October instead.

Update: At Douglas Courthouse on 9 February Milligan was jailed for 11 years. Harrison was sentenced to seven years. You can find the full details HERE.