Drug dealers jailed for seven years after raid on Hessle Road property

By Rick Lyon

Two drug dealers have been jailed for a total of seven years following a police raid at a property on Hessle Road, west Hull.

Barry Weadock, 37, of Pickering View, Hessle, and Ryan Miller, 23, of Delius Close, Anlaby Common, both pleaded guilty at Hull Crown Court to possession of heroin and crack cocaine with intent to supply.

Weadock was handed a four-year prison sentence and Miller was given three years.

Both were arrested after a warrant was executed by Humberside Police at the Hessle Road property last September. On entering the property, officers discovered a large quantity of the Class A drugs, along with more than £3,000 in cash and numerous mobile phones.

Detective Inspector Matt Grantham said: “The drugs are believed to have been destined for several different parts of Hull.

“We know from experience how devastating the impact of these dangerous substances can be on our towns and cities.

“Tackling drug crimes within the Humberside force area is a priority for us, as it has a big impact on local communities, with antisocial and disruptive behaviour often following drug use and dealing.

“Our dedicated teams work tirelessly to disturb and dismantle organised crime groups.

“We investigate all information that we receive, so please don’t worry if you don’t see immediate action. These investigations are often lengthy and complex and often the information we get from the public is used to build the bigger picture of evidence, enabling us to have the best possible chance of a positive outcome through the action we take when the time is right.

“If you would prefer to report information anonymously you can call independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.”