South Worcestershire drug dealers jailed for over 21 years

They were jailed for conspiracy to supply class A drugs.

David Cruse, John Dymock, Darrel Keen
Author: Ben CartwrightPublished 1st Feb 2024

Three men operating in the South Worcestershire area have been jailed for a total of more than 21 years for conspiracy to supply cocaine.

David Cruse, 35, of Evesham Road, Cleeve Prior, was sentenced to 11 years and seven months after being found guilty at Worcester Crown Court on Monday 29 January.

John Dymock, 37, of Pinewood Drive, Cheltenham, was found guilty and sentenced to six years and nine months and Darrel Keen, who is already serving time for conspiracy to supply Class A drugs, was found guilty and sentenced to a further two years after new evidence came to light in this case.

Detective Inspector Brown of the Regional Organised Crime Unit said: "This sentencing is a tribute to the investigation team who worked tirelessly and relentlessly to pursue those responsible for a well-established, long running, and lucrative drug dealing enterprise.

“Tackling drug dealing networks and the serious and organised crime gangs they support is a priority and we will continue to focus our efforts on disrupting the criminal behaviour of those who are causing harm in our communities."

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