Ex-footballer Anthony Stokes had almost €4k worth of cocaine in car during high speed chase

Anthony Stokes, with an address in Dundrum, Dublin pictured at the Criminal Courts of Justice (CCJ) on Parkgate Street in Dublin for a District Court appearance. Pic: IrishPhotoDesk.ie

Former Republic of Ireland footballer Anthony Stokes was caught with almost €4,000 worth of cocaine in his car after leading gardaí on a high-speed pursuit in Dublin, a court has heard.

The ex-Celtic and Sunderland footballer hit 160km/h and nearly collided with another motorist shortly after midnight on January 6, 2023.