London-Manchester Drug Gang Busted: Five Jailed for Supplying Crack and Heroin
A ruthless county line drug ring running between London and Manchester has been smashed. Five men have been locked up after pleading guilty to conspiracy to supply crack cocaine and heroin.
Gang Members Sentenced
- Nathaniel Ofori, 23, Tiverton Road, N15 – 4 years 6 months
- Donell Shyngle, 24, Seven Sisters Road, N4 – 5 years 3 months
- Moses Aibamwen, 28, Avenue Road, Erith – 4 years 10 months
- Emmanuel Yamoah, 28, Gloucester Road, N17 – 4 years 1 month
- Rojhat El-Sindi, 26, Foyle Road, N17 – 3 years 4 months
All men pleaded guilty on November 11, 2021 (except El-Sindi who pled guilty Nov 2022). Sentencing followed on December 6, 2022, and January 18, 2023.
Police Uncover Organised Crime Group
The crackdown was a joint effort between the Metropolitan Police’s Specialist Crime Command and Greater Manchester Police’s Organised Crime Group. Their investigation revealed the gang was operating an organised crime network distributing Class A drugs along the London-Manchester corridor from January 2021.
Detectives analysed phone records and CCTV footage, uncovering bulk text messages targeting customers and regular travel between the two cities.
How The Gang Was Taken Down
- GMP’s Tactical Vehicle Intervention Unit stopped a Honda Civic in Romford in November 2021, arresting Yamoah, identified as a drug line holder.
- Three warrants executed at Manchester properties led to seizure of large quantities of heroin, cocaine, a Rambo knife, and an imitation firearm.
- Shyngle, Ofori, Aibamwen, and El-Sindi were arrested at the Angel Gardens address on November 9, 2021.
Officers Praise Successful Collaboration
“Our coordinated response with colleagues from GMP shows the great results when forces work together,” said PC Nick Stylianou.
“This gang lived lavish lifestyles funded by Class A drug crime over 11 months. We hope these sentences deter others from reckless behaviour. Anyone involved will face the full force of the law.”
Detective Inspector Roger Smethurst added, “No matter how organised your criminal enterprise is, police will share intelligence to dismantle it.”
“Seizing drugs and jailing offenders isn’t enough. These criminals exploit vulnerable communities, and we will keep targeting everyone involved in drug distribution.”
