A drug dealer from west Essex has begun a four-year jail term after being caught with cocaine and cannabis.
Paul Rowe, of Hope Close, Mountnessing, was handed the sentence at Basildon Crown Court on Friday after being found guilty of possessing the drugs with intent to supply.
The 30-year-old, former deliveryman, was arrested in June 2003 at an address in Brentwood following a year-long police investigation.
Sergeant Sean McDermid, said Essex Police were "delighted with this outstanding result".
He added: "This operation has had an impact with a huge indent being made in the supply of cocaine in the local community here in Brentwood."
Published Wednesday September 1, 2004
Comments: Our rules
We want our comments to be a lively and valuable part of our community - a place where readers can debate and engage with the most important local issues. The ability to comment on our stories is a privilege, not a right, however, and that privilege may be withdrawn if it is abused or misused.
Please report any comments that break our rules.
Read the rules hereComments are closed on this article