Stockport criminal put behind bars for drugs and firearms offences

Rhys Jones (20/01/1990) of Lapwing Lane, Brinnington has been sentenced to four years and six months today (Wednesday 18 December 2024 at Minshull Street Crown Court after pleading guilty to eight charges at a previous hearing.

Jones was charged with being concerned in the supply of heroin, concerned in the supply of cocaine, possession of cannabis, possession of criminal property, owning two firearms plus ammunition, possession of pepper spray and obstructing police officers. 

On Monday 10 July 2023, Jones was stopped by police officers in Brinnington. Whilst being searched a bag of crack and heroin worth £3,590 fell out his pocket.

Jones ran off but was caught and arrested. He was also found to have £2,624 cash on him, a Rolex watch worth £34,000 and a gold chain worth £3,750.

He was released on bail.

Over the following months, officers continued to receive intelligence about Jones and his involvement in the supply of drugs and a covert investigation was launched in to investigate his criminality further.

A warrant was executed at his address on Wednesday 8 May 2024 and officers seized items including two firearms, pepper spray, £1000 cash, a package containing 42 wraps of crack and heroin, money counting machines and a Breitling watch worth £1,500.

Jones had seen police coming and drove away from his home at speed, driving onto the pavement to avoid officers. He was detained and remanded into custody.

Constable Weeks, of our Stockport Challenger Team, said: “Jones is clearly a dangerous offender, with his expensive jewellery and cash all gained from the profits of his drug dealing enterprise. They are proceeds of crime and were rightfully seized from him.

“His criminal activity led to luxurious holidays to Dubai to be paid for solely through illegitimate means.

“Drug dealers of this nature often exploit vulnerable members of the community and need to be brought to justice. These investigations are complex pieces of work, but they all rely on information shared to us first by members of the public.

“If you have any concerns about drug supply or county lines operating in your area or feel like you have witnessed something suspicious, please do get in touch with us.

“You can report information to the police on 101, via gmp.police.uk, or by calling the independent charity Crimestoppers, anonymously, on 0800 555 111.”