Drugs duo admit their guilt in supplying heroin

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Two repeat offenders were branded drug dealers by a sheriff who told them they were lucky not to be jailed.Kevin McElroy and David Buddie were caught after their fingerprints were found on a package of heroin worth £8,000.Police seized the drugs in woodland near Kirkoswald Road, Newarthill, on June 24, 2022.McElroy, 33, and Buddie, 24, both of Laurel Drive, Craigneuk, appeared at Hamilton Sheriff Court this week.

They admitted being concerned in the supply of heroin.The Lanarkshire Live app is available to download now. Get all the news from your area – as well as features, entertainment, sport and the latest on Lanarkshire’s recovery from the coronavirus pandemic – straight to your fingertips, 24/7.The free download features the latest breaking news and exclusive stories, and allows you to customise your page to the sections that matter most to you.Head to the App Store and never miss a beat in Lanarkshire - iOS - Android They claimed they were struggling with their own drugs issues at the time.Defence lawyer Matthew McGovern said McElroy became involved so he would be able to get more drugs for himself.Mr McGovern stated: "He accepts full responsibility and realises the impact this type of offence has on the community."He was in the midst of an addiction and struggling to cope with the break up of a relationship."His addiction, he says, is now under control."Scott Jones, representing Buddie, said his client wasn't selling heroin but accepted he was an "essential cog" in the supply chain.Mr Jones added: "He is self-employed and is now making a positive contribution to society."Sheriff John Hamilton told the accused: "The difficulty for both of you is that you have a previous conviction for being concerned in the supply