Man jailed for vehicle thefts and drug supply across Surrey, Sussex, and Kent
Godstone 24-year-old sentenced after handling stolen goods worth £300,000
A man from Godstone has been jailed for four years and six months following his involvement in handling stolen vehicles worth an estimated £300,000 and the supply of Class A drugs.
The police investigation began in January 2023 when a vehicle registered to Peter Tullett was spotted by Automatic Number Plate Recognition travelling with a stolen Suzuki Jimny from Caterham taken on 13th December 2022, and later with a stolen Land Rover Discovery from Fetcham taken on 20th December 2022.
Police enquiries revealed extensive evidence linking the 24 year old to the theft of multiple vehicles and handling stolen goods, including a Kubota ATV from Godstone, a Kawasaki ATV from Oxted, a Land Rover Discovery from Fetcham, a John Deere Gator from Godstone, a Ford EcoSport from Tunbridge Wells, and a Porsche 911 from Edenbridge.
Additionally, a Suzuki Jimny registered to Tullett was identified as being assembled using stolen vehicle parts.
During the course of the investigation, Tullett was associated with county lines drug dealing, leading to a dedicated investigation by Surrey and Sussex Police’s Centurion team.
After being released on bail, Tullett was arrested again on 18th June 2024 for drug supply offences, attempting to dispose of a mobile phone from a window and found with £5,000 in cash at his home.
Tullett admitted to theft, handling stolen goods, and cocaine supply in Guildford Crown Court on 8th May, receiving a combined sentence.
Investigating officer, PC Lee Newman, said: “This was a significant investigation which uncovered Tullett’s involvement in the handling of stolen vehicles across multiple counties, as well as his involvement in the supply of Class A drugs.
“A number of these offences had a direct impact on rural communities, including farmers and residents who were targeted for high-value vehicles and equipment.
“We know the impact these crimes have on victims and the wider rural community, and we hope this sentencing reassures residents that we remain committed to tackling rural crime and identifying those involved in organised criminality across Surrey.”