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Braintree Town Signs Ex-Convict Striker Jay Emmanuel-Thomas

11/16/2025

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Braintree Town signed Jay Emmanuel-Thomas, a 34-year-old striker, after serving over ten months in jail for drug smuggling involving £600,000 of cannabis.
Chairman Lee Harding stated Emmanuel-Thomas has repaid his debt to society.
He was included in the matchday squad for Braintree Town's clash with Truro City.
Emmanuel-Thomas previously played for AFC Totton and Arsenal, Ipswich Town, Bristol City.
Braintree Town said on social media they are excited about his addition.

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Braintree Town signed Jay Emmanuel-Thomas, a 34-year-old striker, after serving over ten months in jail for drug smuggling involving £600,000 of cannabis.
Chairman Lee Harding stated Emmanuel-Thomas has repaid his debt to society.
He was included in the matchday squad for Braintree Town's clash with Truro City.
Emmanuel-Thomas previously played for AFC Totton and Arsenal, Ipswich Town, Bristol City.
Braintree Town said on social media they are excited about his addition.