Drug dealer from Peterborough jailed for over 2 years
22 wraps of heroin and 117 of crack cocaine, as well as cannabis and a small amount of cocaine were seized by Police at his home in the city
A drug dealer who was woken up when Police raided his home has been jailed.
Brandon Lawson, aged 24, was awoken by the sound of neighbourhood officers entering his property in Park Farm Crescent, Stanground, in March 2021.
Officers discovered 22 wraps of heroin and 117 of crack cocaine, as well as cannabis and a small amount of cocaine. The drugs were analysed and valued at up to £2,440.
During the search officers also seized a mobile phone, which was found to contain text messages linked to drug dealing.
Lawson admitted possession with intent to supply cannabis and possession of cocaine.
He denied possession with intent to supply heroin and crack cocaine but was found guilty of both charges following a trial at Peterborough Crown Court in April.
On Monday (7th July) at the same court, Lawson, now of Hawksbill Way, Fletton, Peterborough, was jailed for 32 months.
Detective Sergeant Louis Scott said:
“Lawson tried to deny some of these offences, but I’m pleased justice has been done.
“These substances trap people in addiction and ruin lives. They can also be linked to other offences such as anti-social behaviour, theft and violence – causing misery for our communities.
“We’re working hard to tackle drug dealing in the county as we aim to make Cambridgeshire an even safer place to live.”