The former Republic of Ireland, Arsenal and Sunderland striker Anthony Stokes has been jailed for 15 months after cocaine seizure and high speed chase ..
The ex-Celtic and Sunderland player, who was over the alcohol limit, drove at 160 km/h and nearly collided with another motorist shortly after midnight on 6 January 2023.
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Former Ireland international, Anthony Stokes, has been jailed for 15 months
He was involved in a cocaine seizure and high-speed car chase in Dublin
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Former Republic of Ireland footballer Anthony Stokes has been jailed for 15 months over a seizure of almost €4,000 worth of cocaine and a high-speed car chase in Dublin https://t.co/3lGHwvnBmI
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Former Republic of Ireland footballer Anthony Stokes has been jailed for 15 months over a seizure of almost €4,000 worth of cocaine and a high-speed car chase in Dublin. https://t.co/kUj1iqKXfn
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The former footballer also entered an additional guilty plea to possessing 86 illegal street tablets in Cabinteely, south Co Dublin, about ten days after the traffic pursuit, which the judge regarded to be an aggravating factor, and she refused to suspend any of the sentence.
He pleaded guilty to unlawful possession of cocaine hidden in a sock, and having the drug for sale or supply.
At his previous hearing, the judge heard how his drink issues spiralled into cocaine addiction when his football career ended.
Stokes admitted driving while over the alcohol limit and four counts of dangerous driving during the pursuit from the Naas Road to the Phoenix Park.
The ex-Premier League player also admitted not producing a driving licence and not having motor insurance.