Pregnant British teenager's family pay £137,000 to reduce sentence in Georgia jail
Summary
The family of a pregnant British teenager named Bella Culley, who is facing drug smuggling charges in Georgia, has paid £137,000 to reduce her potential sentence. Bella was arrested at Tbilisi Airport after authorities found marijuana and hashish in her luggage. Her family hopes this payment through a plea deal will lessen her sentence, and she remains in detention awaiting the next court hearing.Key Facts
- Bella Culley, 19, was arrested at Tbilisi International Airport with drugs in her luggage.
- The drugs found included 12kg of marijuana and 2kg of hashish.
- Bella could have faced up to 20 years or life in jail if convicted.
- Her family paid £137,000 as part of a plea deal to reduce her sentence.
- More than 90% of drug crimes in Georgia are settled through plea deals.
- Bella will stay in pre-trial detention until the court hearing on Monday.
- Her mother confirmed the payment, and they are waiting for the prosecutor's acknowledgment.
- Bella is 35 weeks pregnant and awaiting further legal proceedings.
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