Convicted Leeds drug dealer back behind bars after police seize £10,000 cocaine haul from Middleton home
A convicted drug dealer is back behind bars after police seized £10,000 worth of cocaine from his home in Leeds.
Officers from the Yorkshire and Humber Regional Organised Crime Unit (YHROCU) executed a warrant at Mark McGregor’s home last month in response to intelligence provide by the community.
They discovered a substantial amount of cocaine, with an estimated value of £10,000, as well as a number of luxury items including luxury watches during the search.
The 46-year-old was on release from prison on licence following a previous conviction for possession with intent to supply Class A drugs in Leeds.
Appearing before Leeds Crown Court for sentencing yesterday, McGregor, of Thorpe Lane in Middleton, who had admitted possession with intent to supply Class A drugs at a hearing last month, was jailed for three years and eight months.
Senior Investigating Officer, Detective Chief Inspector Al Burns of the YHROCU said: “Our officers acted on intelligence provided by members of the local community to investigate McGregor and we found that he was once again dealing in Class A drugs.
“I’m pleased that we have been able to take action to stop his activities and put him behind bars.”
“Officers rely on information from the community to tackle crime and I would urge anyone with information about illegal drug dealing to contact police. Your actions can make a difference.”