A drugs runner was found with 4g of crack cocaine when police raided his flat as a woman tried to warn him of their presence. He was also found in possession of a mobile phone containing messages that showed he had been dealing crack cocaine and cannabis. Michael Cross, 31, of Barry, was the subject of a search warrant executed on June 22 after a woman was seen leaving the address following a suspected drug deal.
During the raid at Cross’s flat in Barry, police officers approached a woman leaving the address and a struggle ensued, leading to the discovery of a white rock. The woman mentioned she had bought crack cocaine from “Legoland,” a slang term for Cross’s address in Osprey Court. Inside the flat, a confrontation between Cross and the officers resulted in the discovery of two plastic wraps containing crack cocaine, alongside another package on the sofa containing six wraps of crack cocaine.
In addition to the seized drugs, a Nokia burner phone recovered from Cross’s possession contained incriminating messages related to drug supply, using slang like “Have you got legs?” and inquiries from customers about drug availability. It was revealed that Cross was working as a drugs runner on behalf of another party. Cross admitted to being concerned in the supply of class A and B drugs and possession with intent to supply class A drugs.
The court heard about Cross’s past, including a history of criminal activities, drug addiction, and personal tragedies that influenced his involvement in drug dealing. Despite the mitigating circumstances presented by his defense, Cross was sentenced to 29 months’ imprisonment by Judge Jeremy Jenkins. This sentence was deemed “inevitable” due to the nature of the charges and Cross’s criminal record.
Cross’s conviction highlights the ongoing battle against drug-related crimes in the region, shedding light on the consequences faced by individuals involved in drug trafficking and distribution. The case serves as a reminder of the impact of drug addiction and the measures taken by law enforcement to tackle illegal drug activities within communities.