Case Details
Case Overview
This case involved serious allegations of Class A drug supply as part of Operation Greel, a major drugs line investigation in Birmingham. Our client faced five charges relating to the supply of diamorphine and crack cocaine, and possession of criminal property. Following our advice on the strength of the prosecution evidence, the defendant entered guilty pleas to all counts and was subsequently sentenced to 12 years imprisonment.
Situation
The case arose from Operation Greel, an ongoing police investigation into a major drug supply line. The investigation began with the arrest of a Class A drug user who was found carrying a piece of paper with names and phone numbers. Through detailed analysis of messages, communications activity, and location data, police corroborated that these details were linked to a drug supply network.
As part of the operation, a warrant was executed at our client's home address. A search of the premises revealed significant quantities of Class A drugs, including diamorphine and crack cocaine, and cash totalling £17,920. The combined value of the drugs seized was estimated at £191,340, demonstrating the substantial scale of the operation.
Charges
The defendant was charged with five separate offences:
- Count 1: Being Concerned in Supplying a Controlled Drug of Class A (Diamorphine)
- Count 2: Being Concerned in Supplying a Controlled Drug of Class A (Crack Cocaine)
- Count 3: Possessing a Controlled Drug of Class A (Cocaine) with Intent to Supply
- Count 4: Possessing Criminal Property (£17,920)
- Count 5: Possessing a Controlled Drug of Class A with Intent to Supply
Following legal advice on the strength of the prosecution evidence, the defendant pleaded guilty to all five counts.
Our Approach
Our criminal defence team represented the defendant throughout the proceedings at Birmingham Crown Court. After conducting a thorough assessment of the extensive evidence gathered by the prosecution as part of Operation Greel, we provided our client with detailed legal advice. Based on this advice, the defendant chose to enter guilty pleas, thereby taking responsibility for his actions.
Following the entry of guilty pleas, our focus shifted entirely to the sentencing hearing. We prepared comprehensive mitigation submissions, presenting our client's personal circumstances to the court to ensure they were given full and fair consideration by the judge.
Outcome
After considering the guilty pleas and the mitigation presented, the court sentenced the defendant to 12 years imprisonment. The sentence reflected the seriousness of Class A drug supply offences and the defendant's role within the organised drug line. Our team provided robust representation at every stage, ensuring the defendant's case was properly put before the court.
