Former Australia Cricketer Stuart MacGill Found Guilty in Cocaine Supply Case

Former Australian cricketer Stuart MacGill has been found guilty of participating in a cocaine supply deal worth $330,000 after introducing his brother-in-law, Marino Sotiropoulos, to his dealer. The jury acquitted MacGill of a more serious charge involving a large commercial quantity of drugs, determining he was unaware that the transaction would involve a kilogram of cocaine. During the trial, MacGill claimed he merely facilitated the introduction to 'palm off' Sotiropoulos, asserting he was not involved in the actual drug deal. The illicit transaction led to MacGill's kidnapping, as threats emerged after the dealer absconded with the money while providing dummy currency. MacGill, who has struggled with cocaine use himself, showed little emotion as the verdicts were delivered, and he provided no comment following the proceedings. His conviction comes amid a backdrop of legal and personal challenges since his cricketing career ended.