Five Drug Dealers Locked Up After Major Surrey Bust
Five criminals behind a cocaine and cannabis supply ring have been handed hefty jail sentences following a police crackdown in Surrey.
Heavy Sentences for Major Players
- Carl Garton, 34, of Walden Cottages, Normandy, pleaded guilty to conspiracy to supply cocaine and cannabis, plus conspiracy to produce cannabis. He was jailed for 10 years.
- David Caborn, 44, of Romsey Close, Aldershot, admitted conspiracy to supply cocaine and cannabis, and possession with intent to supply ecstasy and cocaine. He got 4 years 8 months behind bars.
- Darren North, 49, of Sheeling Close, Aldershot, pleaded guilty to conspiracy to supply cocaine and cannabis. He received a 3 year 4 month sentence.
- Michaela Munro, 28, of Walden Cottages, Normandy, was jailed for 3 years after admitting conspiracy to supply cocaine.
- Shannon Garton, 26, of Gloucester Road, Aldershot, took 2 years 3 months for conspiracy to supply cannabis.
How Police Cracked the Gang
Police first caught wind of Carl Garton’s drug dealings in December 2020 through intercepted text messages discussing sales. Surrey Police raided Garton’s home in March 2021, arresting him and seizing cocaine along with his phone.
Analysis of the phone uncovered connections to the other four suspects: North, Caborn, Munro, and Shannon Garton. Further probes revealed:
- Carl Garton was masterminding the operation.
- North and Caborn acted as drug runners.
- Munro helped supply the drugs.
- Shannon Garton handled daily running of the operation.
All five were arrested in September 2021 and charged.
Community Safety Wins Praise
Detective Constable Mikki Mayhew said: “This result is a great one, for the people of Surrey, and for our team. With five organised criminals now off the street, we’re ensuring our communities are safe. We will continue to work hard to stop drug dealing and county lines within Surrey. I would encourage anyone that is concerned about potential drug dealing in their area to report it to us. Each report helps us to disrupt potential county lines, and in turn keep everyone safe.”
