A later examination of Latham's phone revealed that she herself was a drug user, and had messaged Jacob warning him about the phone seizures as it could reveal his extensive criminal dealings, the court heard. An international drugs gang used a blizzard of bogus companies to import cocaine and heroin worth millions of pounds hidden in consignments of fruit and vegetables from Holland, a court heard. Thirteen men were arrested during dawn raids across London, the North West and Yorkshire, Sign up for our daily newsletter to get the day's biggest stories sent direct to your inbox. Latham was working for GMP on the reception of the Great Manchester Police Digital Investigation Unit, but was under investigation in connection with this work. 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Georgia Leigh, 23, of Bowling Green Close, Oldham, was sentenced to four years and two months for conspiracy to supply class A drugs, including 10 months for conveying 'list A' articles into prison, namely class A drugs, mobile phones, cannabis and tobacco. Man United play Crystal Palace in the Premier League on Wednesday and we'll bring you updates from the match in our live blog. Manchester Evening News 778 views10 months ago CC Terrifying moment driver nearly smashes into police car after cutting across M66 in 100mph chase Manchester Evening News 787 views10 months ago. He has been remanded in custody to appear at Manchester Crown Court on January 5. Media/News Company. Another four men and two women from the Netherlands, arrested in April by the Dutch National Police, are currently waiting extradition to the UK. Nicholas Doyle's ambitions as an 'extremely promising' cricketer were dashed after injury cut short his playing career. [3] Loving wife to Mal. 228,931 talking about this. Log In. On arrest, a packet of 10 cannabis plant seeds was seized along with his black iPhone. That was the tip of an exceptionally large iceberg," said the QC. Five men from Greater Manchester are among those arrested (stock image). Further. Their downfall began after a deal between the Nardo gang and the Irish gang. Hindle's drug dealing stretched back to 2015. As always you can unsubscribe at any time. King Charles III will visit Greater Manchester this week, It will be the first visit from a reigning monarch since 1988, Family and friends of beloved mum killed in police crash tragedy pay respects, Heather Smedley died when a police vehicle collided with her car as she turned into her street in Royton. Man Utd could only draw with Crystal Palace in their Premier League fixture on Wednesday evening at Selhurst Park. Investigations on both sides of the North Sea found the alleged conspirators were responsible for more than 200 shipments, the jurors were told. The Manchester Evening News app has been redesigned from the ground-up. Hindle is alleged to have carried on dealing after his arrest in November 2019. Andrew Reilly, 37, of Grange Park Road, St Helens, Mark Peers, 55, of Norbeck Close, Warrington and Paul Ruane, 54, of Bewsey Road, Warrington were all charged with two counts of conspiracy to import class A drugs and two counts of conspiracy to import class B drugs. They all laughed', Prime Minister Rishi Sunak dodges MP's Manchester HS2 question in the Commons, The PM was asked whether he believes 'investment should be taken from poorer areas in the north and given to the more affluent parts of Kent', Mum accused of murdering ex helped alleged killers plant device on car, jury told, Coleen Campbell denies involvement in the murder of her former spouse Thomas Campbell, Agitation and solidarity: Nurses ensure their voices are heard on historic day. Get the very latest news from Greater Manchester, the UK & around the globe, celebrity gossip and sport 24/7. "Those were only the loads which were intercepted. And you can follow us on Facebook here. Williams, of Holly Avenue, Urmston, pleaded guilty to four counts of conspiracy to supply drugs, and in June he was jailed for 12 years and nine months. All four men admitted conspiracy to transfer criminal property. A 'leading light' in a gang which supplied guns and drugs across Greater Manchester planned to make so much money he'd be 'set up for life', a court heard. Woman branded a 'tomato' by bullies because of skin condition finds cure, 'My ex made a joke in front of his friends. In total Shahid admitted being involved in the supply of 4.5kg of heroin, around 9.5kg of cocaine plus 10 firearms and ammunition. The Man United winger hit the ground running when he first arrived but has struggled at times in recent months. 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They have both been charged with four counts of conspiracy to import Class A drugs and four counts of conspiracy to import Class B drugs. Ghafar, of Halifax Road, Nelson; Marsden, of Taunton Avenue, Rochdale; Powell, of Cheney Close, Openshaw; admitted one count of conspiracy to supply class A drugs. Woman branded a 'tomato' by bullies because of skin condition finds cure, 'My ex made a joke in front of his friends. - Manchester United fans agree after Bruno Fernandes goal vs Crystal Palace. Mohammed Shahid was described as a 'key facilitator' in a Cheetham Hill-based gang which trafficked guns and 'wholesale amounts' of heroin and cocaine, Don't miss out on the big stories from Manchester's courts with our weekly newsletter. Lahert Pone, 32, of New Barn Lane, Rochdale, was jailed for three years and six months. Shahid, 30, used the EncroChat handle 'Driphard', prosecutor Alex Langhorn said, and over an eight month period from March to December 2020 sent dozens of messages discussing the trafficking of heroin, cocaine and guns. Nine members of a "sophisticated" 100m drug-dealing ring have been jailed for up to 24 years. Jacob, of Moss Bank Avenue, Droylsden, received 10 years for conspiracy to supply Methylamphetamine, cocaine, ketamine, cannabis, and fraud. More from Manchester Evening News Manchester United fans reminded of former player after Wout Weghorst squad number confirmed ITV Dancing on Ice fans point out 'unfair' problem during series debut . 'Finally arrived!' This showed, the prosecution say, that Fox continued to deal drugs after the Dale View property was raided, and when he was arrested he was found in possession of a Rolex and a gold chain. Sentencing, Judge John Potter, described it as a 'remarkable case' as the main offenders had no previous convictions. It's a massive blow for Erik ten Hag and Man United. Kiana Miles was given the same sentence for the charge of producing cannabis. The authorities found drugs with a street value of 40m when they intercepted four consignments destined for the north of England but investigators believe this was 'the tip of the iceberg', Sign up for our daily newsletter to get the day's biggest stories sent direct to your inbox. Liverpool Echo News. Djassi, of Stavordale, Rochdale; Latif, of Tweedale Street, Rochdale; Abasi, of St John's Drive, Rochdale; Kabambe, of Longridge Drive, Rochdale; and Ndele, of Berwick Street, Rochdale; were convicted of conspiring to supply cocaine. Manchester Evening News Drugs gangs preying on our kids Special report on the ruthless Greater Manchester County Lines drugs gangs terrorising children with their evil trade 2021-07-18 - By BETH ABBITT newsdesk@men-news.co.uk @MENnewsdesk THEY might be hundreds of miles apart, but they are locked in a deadly dance. Casemiro to miss Manchester Uniteds Premier League clash with Arsenal. Wiggan pleaded guilty to possession of the cannabis found to supply it to a 'network' of street dealers. Police said the Greater Manchester gang flooded north-east England with drugs. Adam Marsden, 37, sent the frank message on the EncroChat network, which was successfully hacked by law enforcement. Further investigations discovered that a former GMP employee had tried to warn the gang they were being investigated. Several EncroChat conversations between Shahid, his co-accused Tareanio Blake, who went by 'Lemursea', and an unidentified figure known only by the handle 'Mocky' were read out in court. Roach also made a number of calls to Wiggan the day after the raid at Dale View. Two men were arrested after Class A drugs were seized along with six burner phones found hidden in a number of vehicles. The latest issues were added in Nov 9, 2022 . The rest of the defendants received suspended sentences. Greater Manchester Police (GMP) said the men were part of a 1m drugs trafficking conspiracy. Megan Woodham, 30, ranted on Facebook that there was 'absolutely no evidence whatsoever . For more of today's headlines, visit here, Gang of three armed with machetes, baseball bats and wrenches carried out double stabbing, 'Petty' couple with ten children wage two-year war against next-door neighbour over street parking, Teacher sobs as she is cleared of sex crimes against 'obsessed' pupil, Boy, 15, allegedly killed by mum's ex-partner, Off the streets - members of organised crime networks serving time for drug offences. Get the latest updates from across Greater Manchester direct to your inbox with the free MEN newsletter, You can sign up very simply by following the instructions here. Even though Mr Green was a director of a number of companies, including a cleaning and hair-dressing business, most years he declared no salary and little or no profit, according to the prosecution. He also received a concurrent sentence for money laundering and producing cannabis. I love it. This means that we may include adverts from us and third parties based on our knowledge of you. 15 years in business. Striking nurses on the picket line were supported by drivers blaring their horns as they drove past. But the court was told one Europroduce consignment was intercepted at the Lincolnshire port of Killingholme on September 4, 2018, and investigators found 336 kilos of cocaine and 57 kilos of heroine with a street value estimated at 27m. Mr Green and Mr Martin also deny conspiracy to import amphetamines. All pleaded guilty to the charges put before them at the hearing. Adrian Fox, 30, of Lower Edge Avenue, Oldham, was given 32 months for producing cannabis, supplying cannabis, and possessing criminal property. Smedley, 24, of Heppleton Road, Moston, will serve 13 years behind bars after receiving a four-and-a-half year additional sentence to the eight-and-a-half year term he was ordered to serve in April for further supply of class A drugs to York, following a hearing in October last year. Manchester Man dies after being found covered in blood The 49-year-old was found with serious injuries and blood on his hands, face and feet, police say. Something went wrong, please try again later. Members of the Rochdale and Bury based 'Nardo' drugs gang supplied millions of pounds worth of cannabis across the UK. Prosecuting, Adrian Farrow, said that the Dale View property was rented by Pearce Dowling, 26, who used his middle name beginning with 'S' to try and hide his identity, with the rent being paid for by another defendant, Charlie Jacob, 25. Manchester should stop using them for council tax', Mohammed Shahid was jailed at Manchester Crown Court. 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Five men have been sentenced to between six and 12 years at. Greater Manchester News Manchester Crown Court Drugs gang imported cocaine and heroin worth millions hidden in pallets of fruit and veg, court hears The authorities found drugs with a. On March 27, 2020 they discussed paying 10,000 to have a female they feared might be about to inform on them 'whacked', the court heard. The seizure of Hindle's phone showed contact between Jacob and Dowling, making it clear he both used drugs and was also a supplier of drugs, the prosecution said. Mr Green and seven others on trial deny a string of offences. Mohammed Patel, 23, of Erskine Road, Blackley, has been charged with possession with intent to supply Class A drugs and being concerned in the supply of cannabis. Messages on his phone showed Fox had travelled to five different countries in 2020 despite a declared income of just over 6,000, the court heard. Manchester, UK manchestereveningnews.co.uk Joined February 2009. The court heard the amount of money Shahid made from trafficking was 'hard to discern', but he was said to have bragged about how it would 'set him up for life' and told how he planned to buy his own house 'within a year or two'. Former Manchester United star highlights 'very important' asset that will make Antony a success. Judge Field added: "You used your Encrochat device to arrange the trafficking of large quantities of class A drugs on the wholesale market to other dealers and also arranged the sale of a proportion of those drugs via a drugs line. They all laughed', Prime Minister Rishi Sunak dodges MP's Manchester HS2 question in the Commons, The PM was asked whether he believes 'investment should be taken from poorer areas in the north and given to the more affluent parts of Kent', Mum accused of murdering ex helped alleged killers plant device on car, jury told, Coleen Campbell denies involvement in the murder of her former spouse Thomas Campbell, Agitation and solidarity: Nurses ensure their voices are heard on historic day. Drugs were smuggled on lorries of fruit juice and vegetables. He said I should get cosmetic surgery to take my rosacea away. He said I should get cosmetic surgery to take my rosacea away. Below: 2022 Gun Violence Reduction Strategy Report. Atkinson, of Brindley Close, Atherton, pleaded guilty to two counts of conspiracy to supply class A drugs. 15:50, 5 JAN 2023 Two arrested after drugs and burner phones found in south Manchester raids to tackle organised crime (Image: Manchester Evening News) Two men were arrested after drugs. Friday 07 January 1870. North West Regional Organised Crime Unit said the arrest of the 29-year . Alongside other dealers he was involved in multi kilo deals of cocaine. The long-serving Manchester Evening News reporter, who has died at the age of 88, was a gentle and courteous man who earned the unwavering trust of Sir Alex Ferguson Published: 30 Oct 2018 The QC said the value of the drugs said to be on those 200 shipments 'must have been enormous'. It's a massive blow for Erik ten Hag and Man United. Latif, Abasi and Ndele pleaded guilty to the same offence. Something went wrong, please try again later. It was digitised and first made available on the British Newspaper Archive in Apr 19, 2011 . 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