Blackpool group accused of dealing weed in resort

Four men and a woman have been charged with dealing cannabis in Blackpool.

By Matthew Calderbank

Published 30th May 2023, 13:10 GMT

Updated 30th May 2023, 13:20 GMT

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They were brought before Blackpool Magistrates today (Tuesday, May 30) where they were accused of conspiracy to supply the Class B drug in the resort.

They are:

- Michelle Long, 41, of Lindale Gardens, Blackpool

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- Grady Rodgerson, 22, of South Park Drive, Blackpool

- Kane Felton, 22, of Midgeland Road, Blackpool

- John Powell, 21, of Lindale Gardens, Blackpool

- Benjamin Prior, 41, of Central Drive, Blackpool

Prior is also charged with possession of prescription only drugs including Ketamine and Temazepam.

They did not enter pleas and were sent for trial at Preston Crown Court on Thursday, July 27.