Wigan and Leigh Magistrates' Court. Photo: GoogleMaps
A MAN from Llandudno has received a conditional discharge and a fine after he was found guilty of possession of an item discharging noxious liquid.
Scott Brickles, 25, of Church Walks, was accused of possessing a cannister containing PAVA spray in Bolton on May 18, 2020.
Similar to pepper spray, PAVA spray is considered far more potent than CS gas, while its propellant is nitrogen.
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Mr Brickles gave an indicated guilty plea at Wigan and Leigh Magistrates’ Court on July 5.
He received a six-month conditional discharge, and is to pay a £22 fine by August 2.
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