Six members of drug gang jailed after investigation following Ardwick shooting

Six men have been sentenced to a total of over 20 years in prison after an investigation triggered by a shooting in Ardwick back in December 2023

The shooting close to the Apollo  in broad daylight was close to where parents were picking children up from school and caused shock within the community.

The investigation uncovered a link to Organised Crime Groups (OCGs in Ardwick and Longsight whose primary objective was the supply and distribution of Class A drugs, particularly heroin and crack cocaine.

Baraskos Shaw, 20, of Richmond Grove, Longsight– sentenced to three-years and three-months in prison for conspiracy to supply crack cocaine and heroin, and possession of an offensive weapon in a private place.

Justin Shaw, 45, of Dean Road, Gorton– sentenced to three-years and 11-months in prison for conspiracy to supply crack cocaine and heroin, and possession of an offensive weapon in a private place.

Danika Hamilton, 37, of Kirkmanhulme Lane, Longsight – sentenced to three-years and four-months in prison for supplying and being concerned in the supply of crack cocaine and heroin.

Kyle McCabe, 20, of Keswick Close, Longsight – sentenced to three-years and four-months in prison for supplying and being concerned in the supply of crack cocaine and heroin.

Kieran Casey, 22, of Cochrane Avenue, Longsight – sentenced to three-years in prison for supplying and being concerned in the supply of crack cocaine and heroin.

Shyrone Campbell, 23, of Stanley Grove, Longsight – sentenced to three-years and four-months in prison for supplying and being concerned in the supply of crack cocaine and heroin.

An 18-year-old man was also sentenced to a two-year suspended sentence and rehabilitation order.

Detective Sergeant Mark Graham, of GMP’s City of Manchester Central Challenger Team, said: “Today’s sentences are good news for the communities of Longsight, Ardwick, Gorton and Fallowfield. Activity from organised crime gangs can often lead to serious violence, including assaults, kidnaps, and the use of weapons such as firearms and knives.

“The sentences are the result of a sustained and intelligence-led investigation into organised crime in Manchester. The profit generated from the supply of Class A drugs is substantial, and historically, this wealth has been used to cement organised crime groups in the area and assert control.

“Intelligence received throughout the investigation, including from undercover officers, consistently linked the supply of controlled drugs to such incidents, painting a clear picture of the harm being caused. The impact on the community has been profound – not only through the violence but also through the rise in crimes like burglary, theft, and street robbery.