A Rochdale man who was advertising the supply of crack cocaine and heroin to vulnerable people who are addicted to the drugs, via a mobile phone has been jailed
Twenty five year old Kadar Ali, of Spring Gardens would send a text message saying “Brad active” to a large number of drug users in the area, informing them he had drugs available to sell.
Text message replies from users included ‘ring me wen ur abt plz’, ‘can I owe u 4 for 2w u no il pay u bk’ and ‘got 6q any chance you can sort us plz’.
He was jailed for 42 months after he pleaded guilty to being in possession with intent to supply crack cocaine, heroin and possession of criminal property.
Detective Sergeant Chris Woodburn, from the County Lines Team, said: “Ali had previously had his drug hot line blocked by police after he text his customers to let them know, he then continued by setting up a new one.
“Crack cocaine and heroin are taken by people who suffer from addiction and therefore vulnerable, meaning drug dealers like Ali take advantage so they can reap the rewards from the illegal profits.
“We are continuing to seek out these criminals and shut down the drug phone line to protect vulnerable people and our communities.
