October 16th 2024.
A group of drug dealers, known as the 'Max' drugs line, recently faced the consequences of their reckless actions after police officers successfully took them down. It all started when the group, who had been involved in the distribution of illegal drugs, decided to document their criminal activities on video. Little did they know that this would ultimately lead to their downfall.
After conducting raids in various locations in northern England, including Accrington, Blackburn, Lancashire, and Cheetham Hill in Manchester, officers were able to make several arrests. Upon further investigation, they discovered footage on the dealers' phones that showed them carelessly bagging up wraps of heroin and flaunting large rocks of crack cocaine. In addition, the group also filmed themselves showing off piles of cash and expensive Rolex watches, all obtained through their illegal operations.
The incriminating videos provided solid evidence for the prosecution, and on October 7th, the members of the 'Max' drugs line were sentenced to over 25 years collectively at Preston Crown Court. Following the hearing, Lancashire Constabulary released a video using the footage as a warning to others. The post's caption read, "If you are going to film your illegal activities, we may put you in an 80s montage...but a judge will put you in jail."
DS Stu Peall of Lancashire Police commented on the case, stating, "These seven men played significant roles in what they believed was a well-organized drug supply operation. However, their actions caused harm and misery to the communities they operated in, and we will not tolerate it." He further added, "We will continue to target these criminal groups, dismantle their operations, and bring them to justice."
Among those sentenced were Hasnain Ashraf, 34, who received a ten-year and four-month jail sentence for conspiring to supply heroin, crack cocaine, and cannabis. Lewis Lord, 23, was sentenced to eight years and nine months for the same charges, while Lloyd Spencer, 40, received a three-year and nine-month sentence. Joseph Oakes, 23, and Sameer Amin, 31, were both sentenced to jail for conspiring to supply heroin and crack cocaine, but their sentences were suspended for two years. Paul Moxham, 50, and Aston Johnson, 20, also received suspended sentences for the same charges.
Clive Grunshaw, Lancashire Police and Crime Commissioner, praised the hard work and dedication of the officers involved in bringing down the criminals. He emphasized the importance of strong deterrents and proactive enforcement in tackling organized crime and breaking the cycles of reoffending. He also pledged to continue supporting the police force to ensure that they have the necessary resources to combat criminal gangs and bring offenders to justice. The successful outcome of this case serves as a reminder that crime does not pay, and those involved in illegal activities will face severe consequences.
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