Merseyside’s Police Commissioner has today praised the Force after a major investigation which saw 20 people sentenced to more than 192 years behind bars for a drugs supply conspiracy.
Jane Kennedy said: “I applaud Merseyside Police, supported by officers in Gwent, Devon and Cornwall and Police Scotland, on another well-executed investigation which has stopped large amounts of Class A drugs reaching the streets, not just here in Merseyside but across England, Scotland and Wales.
“These organised crime groups don’t care about the misery and fear they bring to our communities. They profit from other people’s suffering and misfortune and their activities are a blight on our neighbourhoods.
“This case is yet another example of the commitment and dedication of our police service to put a stop to the activities of these gangs and put those people who are involved in serious and organised crime behind bars for a long time.
“I congratulate everyone who was involved in this impressive operation and helped to bring these serious criminal to justice. I would also like to thank the members of those communities who came forward and spoke up. I hope these sentences will give other people the confidence to contact the police if they have information that could help to make our streets safer.”