A former Government employee in Northland accused of selling methamphetamine and cannabis to a woman has lost his bid for continued name suppression, but the man still can't be identified as he may appeal to the High Court.
The man appeared in Whangarei District Court yesterday to argue for continued suppression of his name, occupation and any details that may identify him, and to also oppose continued name suppression of the woman who has accused him.
The man is facing a charge of supplying the Class A drug methamphetamine and another of selling cannabis to a person over the age of 18.
Supplying methamphetamine - or P as it is commonly known - carries a maximum penalty of life imprisonment and police allege both offences happened between June 1, 2011, and June 30, 2012.
It is alleged the offences occurred while the man was still employed in a senior position by the Government department.