Pensioner convicted of drugs possession for third time

West Cork man Michael Curtis, 70, convicted after sniffer dog found more than €1,000 worth of cannabis herb at his home

The judge said: 'It's a lot to have for yourself for a 70-year-old man.' File picture: Getty

A pensioner convicted for the third time of drugs possession has been warned it is time to beat his habit after a detection dog uncovered more than €1,000 worth of cannabis in his home.

Michael Curtis, 70, and living at Cool Mountain, near Dunmanway in West Cork, appeared before Clonakilty District Court, where he pleaded guilty to two charges of possession of cannabis.