Robert Yates, 60, caught dealing cocaine worth over £40,000, is behind bars after a police raid in Sandbach.
Drug Dealer Nabbed Following Police Raid
Yates faced Chester Crown Court on 4 March and admitted possession of cocaine with intent to supply. He was sentenced to 35 months in prison.
Police Seize Drugs, Cash — and a Sword!
The bust happened on Monday 9 June at Yates’ home on Union Street, where officers found digital scales, mobile phones, drug paraphernalia, piles of cash, various drugs, and, unexpectedly, a sword.
Experts valued the cocaine haul at a street price of £40,200.
Police Vow to Crack Down on Drug Dealers
“This is just one of many warrants local policing units carry out to disrupt illegal drug supplies and make life difficult for dealers. We will continue in our efforts to rid communities of illegal drugs to improve our neighbourhoods.” – Sergeant Craig Hodson
“If anyone has any information about drug dealing in their neighbourhood, you can contact us on 101 or via our website and we will do the rest.” – Sgt Hodson
