Australian ex-cricketer MacGill spared jail for cocaine supply
The 54-year-old was given an "intensive corrections order" -- a sentence that is served in the community -- of one year and 10 months, court papers showed.
Former Australian Test cricketer Stuart MacGill avoided jail time Friday when a Sydney judge sentenced him for taking part in the supply of cocaine.
The 54-year-old was given an "intensive corrections order" -- a sentence that is served in the community -- of one year and 10 months, court papers showed.
It includes 495 hours of community service and a requirement to abstain from alcohol and drugs, with mandatory testing.
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Judge Nicole Noman said the former bowler played an "indispensable role" in discussions leading to a cocaine deal, according to public broadcaster ABC.
MacGill was found guilty of taking part in the supply of cocaine in March.
Police said the retired leg-spinner introduced his personal cocaine dealer to an associate in 2021.
The pair went on to organise a US$200,000 drug deal between themselves, police alleged.
Although MacGill was not involved in the subsequent transaction, the jury found him guilty of knowingly taking part in the supply of a prohibited drug.
MacGill played 44 Tests for Australia between 1998 and 2008.
