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A Melbourne resident, world champion bodybuilder Nathan Williamson, appeared in the Melbourne Magistrates' Court on Wednesday, firmly denying all charges related to one of Australia's most significant alleged steroid busts.
Key Details:
Magistrate Donna Bakos remarked on Williamson's fortune in having his mother's support, who posted a $150,000 surety for his bail. Williamson, maintaining his innocence, was reissued the same stringent bail conditions and is scheduled for a directions hearing in August.
Alleged Offenses:
In December, police reportedly confiscated millions of dollars worth of steroids, other medications, and over $300,000 in cash from Williamson's and another man's residences, as well as from a Port Melbourne gym and a Flemington property. Undercover officers allegedly purchased steroids during the investigation.
Williamson's co-accused, Daniel Tenace, also a personal trainer, has yet to enter a plea. Both are accused of buying drugs from international suppliers and reselling them to hundreds of clients from a Port Melbourne unit.
Detective Inspector Patrick Watkinson emphasized that medication should be dispensed by licensed doctors and pharmacists, not personal trainers.
Legal Proceedings:
At a previous hearing, it was revealed that neither Williamson nor Tenace had prior criminal records. Tenace, out on bail, appeared via video link in court. His legal team requested an additional four to six weeks to review the evidence, but Magistrate Bakos granted only two weeks for this purpose.
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Key Details:
- Defendant: Nathan Williamson, world champion bodybuilder
- Charges: Alleged trafficking of testosterone, dealing with crime proceeds, possession of a drug of dependence
- Plea: Not guilty
Magistrate Donna Bakos remarked on Williamson's fortune in having his mother's support, who posted a $150,000 surety for his bail. Williamson, maintaining his innocence, was reissued the same stringent bail conditions and is scheduled for a directions hearing in August.
Alleged Offenses:
In December, police reportedly confiscated millions of dollars worth of steroids, other medications, and over $300,000 in cash from Williamson's and another man's residences, as well as from a Port Melbourne gym and a Flemington property. Undercover officers allegedly purchased steroids during the investigation.
Williamson's co-accused, Daniel Tenace, also a personal trainer, has yet to enter a plea. Both are accused of buying drugs from international suppliers and reselling them to hundreds of clients from a Port Melbourne unit.
Detective Inspector Patrick Watkinson emphasized that medication should be dispensed by licensed doctors and pharmacists, not personal trainers.
Legal Proceedings:
At a previous hearing, it was revealed that neither Williamson nor Tenace had prior criminal records. Tenace, out on bail, appeared via video link in court. His legal team requested an additional four to six weeks to review the evidence, but Magistrate Bakos granted only two weeks for this purpose.
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