Drug dealer Benjamin Davies caught after police noticed his car. He admitted to supplying drugs, getting cocaine as payment.
Officers stopped Davies at a gas station. They examined his phone, discovering drug-related messages.
In court, Davies admitted to dealing drugs. He repackaged drugs for other individuals. He then sold those drugs, receiving cocaine as compensation. Davies and his partner were cocaine addicts, using benefits to support their addiction.
Police saw Davies’ car on Dyfatty Street. It resembled a car involved in drug dealing incidents. They followed the car to a gas station on Fabian Way. Davies claimed he was only going to place a bet.
He was driving while disqualified, leading to his arrest. During the arrest, officers checked his phone. They then found evidence of drug deals.
Davies admitted to supplying both cocaine and cannabis. He confirmed that he repackaged and delivered drugs for other people. He received cocaine as payment for his services.
Davies’ lawyer mentioned that his client cared for his partner full-time. He explained that both Davies and his partner struggled with cocaine addiction. The lawyer requested a suspended prison sentence, highlighting Davies’ care responsibilities.
The judge explained that drug operations rely on all individuals involved. He said that Davies played a vital role in the chain.
Because of this necessary role, he refused to suspend the sentence. Davies, having pleaded guilty, received a two-year sentence. He will serve half of the sentence in jail before being released on licence.