Convicted Leeds drug dealer back behind bars after police seize £10,000 cocaine haul from Middleton home

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.

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“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.”