You can’t beat a really stupid mug shot – especially when the guy looks like he’s been partaking in whatever he’s been arrested for – and this one of 46 year old Robert Russ is no exception.

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Russ was arrested on July 2nd in Cardiff after 700 Nos canisters were found in his house and car and then a further 25,000 were found in a nearby warehouse lock up that was registered in his name. Russ plead guilty to possessing a psychoactive substance with intent to supply, as well as acquiring criminal property and using a motor vehicle on a road/public place without third party insurance.

He was sentenced to 32 months in jail. I doubt he’ll be looking so happy whilst he’s inside, but at least he had a fun time selling the stuff whilst he was doing it. Was it worth it though?

Here’s what a South Wales Police Spokesperson said about the arrest:

It has several legitimate uses but when inhaled it can cause unconsciousness or death due to a lack of oxygen.

It is illegal, in England and Wales, for anyone to sell nitrous oxide to people under-18, if they think they are likely to be inhaling it. Mixing alcohol with nitrous oxide can be fatal.

Anyone with information about the illegal sale of Nitrous Oxide or who witnesses suspicious activity where nitrous oxide may be getting consumed is asked to contact police.

What a bunch of party poopers – only 56 people have died from Nos in the past 20 years so I think the cops overreacting a bit. Look how much fun Russ is having in his mugshot FFS. People shouldn’t have to go to jail for having a good time. Lay off and let us enjoy the summer pigs!

For more of the same, check out this page dedicated to criminally hot mugshots. What a great idea!