Shocked dealer appealed to mum as he was jailed

A CANNABIS dealer was left stunned at being sent to prison - prompting him to look to his mum for support in court.

- CARL JACKSON

Chase McDowell was caught with more than £2,000-worth of cannabis at his home in Barltey Green in 2023.

The 28-year-old dad was remanded in custody for more than four months on more serious charges which were ultimately dropped.

His barrister argued for a suspended sentence at Birmingham Crown Court yesterday, claiming he had a prospect of rehabilation.

But Judge Peter Cooke disagreed, pointing to his history of offending as well as 'disregarding' of court orders.

McDowell, now of Bidford Road, Northfield, had admitted possession with intent to supply cannabis and breaching a suspended sentence for burglary. He appeared bemused at being told he was being sentenced to 14 months.