Drug trafficker avoids jail following significant north Nanaimo bust
NANAIMO — A convicted drug trafficker has avoided prison, but will remain under close supervision.
Chad Michael Kirk, 38, was sentenced to two years house arrest, followed by three years probation after being found guilty last June for trafficking fentanyl, cocaine and crystal meth following an April 2018 traffic stop and raid at an upstairs rental suite where he lived for several months.
Justice Robin Baird told Kirk while delivering the sentence on Wednesday, Feb. 8, his ability to remain sober since his arrest shows he is serious about rehabilitation.
“Mr. Kirk is not a danger to society. He’s unlikely to re-offend if he stays away from substances, and he doesn’t require a specific deterrence. In my view, the public interest is clearly best served by his continued rehabilitation and recovery, and the sanctions… will be the best guarantee of that result while also punishing him and denouncing his conduct.”