Jail for March drug dealer hiding £2,800 of cocaine

John Smith was found by neighbourhood police officers in the Creek Road area of March in August, riding a bike that was believed to have been stolen in a robbery earlier that month. 

Smith, 22, was arrested after being searched and found in possession of 22 wraps of cocaine, valued at around £440, and two mobile phones. 

And after a search of his home, up to around £2,400 of cocaine was found, as well as more than £1,300 in cash. 

Some of the drugs John Smith had, found by Cambridgeshire Police. (Image: Cambridgeshire Police)

A mixing bowl, weighing scales and a spoon with remnants of cocaine were also spotted. 

Smith was charged with possession with intent to supply cocaine and appeared in court on August 27, where he was given court bail with conditions not to enter Cambridgeshire and to reside in Rochdale. 

He was further arrested on October 14 after he was in breach of his court bail conditions when found hiding inside a wardrobe in his former home in Creek Road. 

He was further charged with breaching court bail conditions and being concerned in the supply of cocaine after examination of his mobile phones showed evidence of drug dealing. 

Some of the drugs that John Smith had, found by Cambridgeshire Police. (Image: Cambridgeshire Police)

Smith appeared at Cambridge Crown Court on November 1 where he was jailed for three years and eight months. 

He was also ordered to forfeit £1,331.50 under the Misuse of Drugs Act, which will go to charity. 

Detective Constable Annie Fenton, who investigated, said: “I hope this sentence comes as some good news for the March community.  

“Smith has been jailed for his key involvement in dealing cocaine in the town which was having a significant impact on the community.”