Man Jailed For Key Role In London To Worthing Drug Supply

Wednesday, 20 December 2023 15:54

A man who played a key role in the supply of Class A drugs from London to Worthing has been jailed for 11 years.

Jamie Burrell was found in possession of a firearm, ammunition, cash and approximately 500 wraps of heroin and crack cocaine after police executed a warrant at his address in Vibart Gardens, Lambeth, on October 25.

It followed an investigation into the ‘MP’ County Drug Line, which was found to be supplying crack cocaine and heroin in the Worthing area.

27-year-old Burrell – who has a previous conviction for possession of a firearm and ammunition – was identified as the line holder and he made admissions to this upon his arrest.

He was subsequently charged and convicted of the following offences, all of which he pleaded guilty to:

Being concerned in the supply of a crack cocaine
Being concerned in the supply of a heroin
Possession with intent to supply crack cocaine
Possession with intent to supply heroin
Possession of a firearm less than 60cm in total length with a barrel less than 30cm
Possession of a firearm when prohibited for life
Possession of ammunition for a firearm without a certificate
Possession of ammunition for a firearm when prohibited for life

Burrell appeared before Lewes Crown Court on Friday, December 15, where he was sentenced to a total of 11 years’ imprisonment.

Investigating officer, PC Dave Oliver, said:

“Burrell was proven to have played a major role in the illegal supply of Class A drugs from London to Worthing.

“This significant conviction should serve as a warning to others that this sort of criminal activity will absolutely not be tolerated, and we will continue to disrupt those who attempt to distribute drugs and cause harm to our communities in Sussex.”

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