Man tells magistrate he uses cocaine for pain

Randolf Scott, 60, pleaded guilty to having 4.5 grammes of the illegal drug in his possession.

Magistrate Cherril- Anne Antoine scolded Scott, who is also diabetic, telling him he must find an alternative given his delicate situation.

“You have to be careful about what you put into your body,” Antoine said.

“Let the doctors recommend something for you. I understand when people get their legs amputated they get something called phantom pain. But no, not cocaine.” She ordered him to pay $1,000 forthwith or, in default, serve one month in jail with hard labour.

When Scott’s name was called yesterday, a woman identified as his daughter told the magistrate about Scott’s disability.

The courthouse does not facilitate access for people using wheelchairs.

Three policemen from the Court and Process unit went downstairs and lifted Scott and his wheelchair into the courtroom.