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Tredegar pair jailed for supplying heroin and crack

David McPaul and Nicky Harris, both from Tredegar, have been jailed for more than eight years between them at Cardiff Crown Court for being concerned in the supply of crack cocaine and heroin.

Tredegar pair jailed for supplying heroin and crack
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Two men from Tredegar have been jailed for more than eight years between them for their part in dealing heroin and crack cocaine.

David McPaul and Nicky Harris had already admitted their involvement before appearing for sentence at Cardiff Crown Court on Thursday 29 October.

The sentences

  • David McPaul, 45, was jailed for five years and 219 days for being concerned in the supply of Class A drugs – crack cocaine and heroin
  • Nicky Harris, 43, was sent to prison for three years and two months for the same offence

Text-bombs on their phones

According to Gwent Police, officers looking into the pair discovered so-called “text-bombs” promoting illegal drugs for sale on phones linked to the two men.

What police said

PC Rhys Jones, the officer in the case, said: “Tackling drug supply and protecting the public from illegal drugs and associated crime is a priority for us.

“We hope that these sentences demonstrate our commitment to taking drugs off our streets and see dealers face the consequences of their actions.”

Reporting drug dealing

Gwent Police is asking anyone with information about illegal drug activity to get in touch by calling 101 or sending the force a direct message on social media.

Information can also be passed on anonymously to Crimestoppers, either by phoning 0800 555 111 or through its website.

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