OFF THE WIRE
FORMER Comanchero bikie Michael Sfyris has confessed to possessing cocaine, but denied claims he had a "dangerous" can of mace. Sfyris, 46, of West Croydon, appeared in the District Court this morning.
He had been charged with three counts of trafficking in controlled drugs, including cocaine, at Enfield in July 2011.
He was further charged with possessing a .357 double-action revolver without a licence, and having a "dangerous self-protection device, at Enfield in July 2011.
Court documents allege the device was a can of mace.
Today, Sfyris pleaded not guilty to trafficking in drugs, but said he was "guilty of simple possession".
Prosecutors accepted those pleas - which will result in a lesser penalty - "in satisfaction" of the charges filed.
Sfyris also pleaded not guilty to the weapons charges.
Judge Dean Clayton remanded him in custody until next month.
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