Hull: Pair sentenced to seven years after drugs arrest

Two men have been sentenced to a total of seven years in jail after being found guilty of drugs offences.

Barry Weadock, 37, of Pickering View, Hessle, and Ryan Miller, 23, of Delius Close, Anlaby Common, appeared at Hull Crown Court yesterday (Monday 9 January) where they both pleaded guilty to possession of heroin and crack cocaine with intent to supply.

Weadock was handed a four-year prison sentence, whilst Miller was given three years.

The men were arrested after a warrant was conducted at a property on Hessle Road, Hull, on Friday 16 September 2022. On entering the property, a large quantity of Class A drugs, along with around £3-4k of cash and multiple mobile phones were uncovered.

DI Matt Grantham said: “Weadock and Miller have been found guilty of supplying large amounts of Class A drugs into our communities.

“The drugs are believed to have been destined for several different parts of Hull. We know from experience how devastating the impact of these dangerous substances can be on our towns and cities.

“Tackling drug crimes within the Humberside force area is a priority for us as it has a big impact on local communities, with antisocial and disruptive behaviour often following drug use and dealing.

“Our dedicated teams work tirelessly to disturb and dismantle organised crime groups.

“We investigate all information that we receive, so please don’t worry if you don’t see immediate action. These investigations are often lengthy and complex and often the information we get from the public is used to build the bigger picture of evidence, enabling us to have the best possible chance of a positive outcome through the action we take when the time is right.

“If you have any information about crime in your area, please report it via our non-emergency 101 line or by speaking to local officers whilst they are out and about. Always call 999 in an emergency or if there is a crime ongoing.

“If you would prefer to report information anonymously you can do so via the independent charity Crimestoppers by calling 0800 555 111.”