January 20, 2006 15:45

Pete Doherty pleads guilty to drug possession

Babyshambles singer released on unconditional bail

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Pete Doherty has pleaded guilty to possessing heroin, crack cocaine, morphine and cannabis.

The singer entered his plea at Thames magistrates court this afternoon (January 20). He was released on unconditional bail until February 8 when he will also be sentenced for two other drugs charges, BBC News reports.

Earlier today the Babyshambles man had been charged after reporting to Stoke Newington police station today in accordance with his bail conditions.

These charges came about after Doherty was arrested on December 4, while driving in east London.

Babyshambles meanwhile kick off a UK tour tonight in Stoke.

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