Knife-carrying drug dealer threatened police during Cambridge chase
A drug dealer who threatened a police officer with a knife during a chase in Cambridge has been jailed.
Ricky Green, 42, of Victoria Road, was spotted by neighbourhood officers on patrol on the evening of 7 October as a suspected drug deal took place on Searle Street.
When officers approached, Green fled on foot, sparking a pursuit involving police on foot and bicycles.
During the chase, he pulled a knife from his pocket and moved towards one of the officers in a threatening manner before being detained.
A search revealed Green was carrying 24 wraps of heroin and 63 wraps of crack cocaine, with a combined estimated street value of around £900.
Officers also found £80 in cash.
He was found guilty of possession with intent to supply both cocaine and heroin. He also admitted possession of a pointed article and threatening a person with a blade in a public place.
At Huntingdon Law Courts on 27 March, Green was sentenced to three years and nine months in prison.
Detective Constable Henry Marshall, who led the investigation, said Green’s actions posed a serious risk.
“Green’s behaviour that night posed a serious risk to both our officers and the public,” he said.
“Threatening an officer with a knife is completely unacceptable and the sentence handed down reflects the gravity of his actions.
“We are committed to removing dangerous individuals who deal harmful drugs and carry weapons from our streets.”