The British teenager, Bella Culley, was arrested on suspicion of smuggling drugs and was reportedly visibly shaken upon learning that she faced life in jail. Bella, an 18-year-old from Billingham, County Durham, was taken into custody at Tbilisi airport in Georgia after allegedly entering the country with 34 bags of marijuana hidden in her luggage. Her lawyer, la Todua, described Bella’s emotional state after meeting with her dad and aunt for the first time.
Bella’s lawyer revealed that she was shocked at the news and claimed that she “didn’t know what she was doing.” When informed about the potential consequences of her actions, including a sentence of 15-20 years in prison or life, Bella was visibly shaken. It was suggested that Bella may have ended up in Georgia without fully understanding the gravity of the situation, as she had not provided any explanation to her legal team about the drugs found in her possession. Bella’s family was further surprised when she announced her pregnancy during her initial court appearance, leading to a medical check-up being scheduled to investigate the matter.
The process for Bella’s father and aunt to visit her in prison was initiated by submitting a formal request, although it could take up to five working days for approval. Despite the distressing circumstances, the lawyer assured that Bella’s family remained composed throughout the ordeal. Bella, who faces a potential sentence of ten years to life for suspected drug smuggling, has maintained that she was led astray and was not fully aware of the implications of her actions. The investigation into Bella’s case revealed unexplained business ties to the Far East, with records indicating her involvement as a director in companies with Chinese connections.
