Luxury life lost as drug boss locked up

An organised crime group ringleader who distributed around a quarter of a million pounds worth of drugs across Hull and East Yorkshire to fund his lavish lifestyle has been jailed for almost five years.

Oltion Ademi, aged 38 of Hall Road, Hull pleaded guilty to being concerned with the supply of Class B drugs and possession with intent to supply Class A drugs at an earlier court appearance.

He appeared at court again on Monday 14 November, for sentencing where he was jailed for four years and ten months.

Ademi used his involvement in the distribution of multiple kilos of cannabis and cocaine to buy high value items, splashing out on a Mercedes ML350 car and a Rolex watch, and to live a life of luxury.

On Monday 30 June this year, officers executed 16 warrants at premises in the areas of Priory Road, Princes Avenue, Anlaby Road, Beverley Road and Cleveland Street in Hull, Hessle in the East Riding of Yorkshire, and Selby in North Yorkshire, following a lengthy investigation.

Approximately £60,000 in cash was recovered as well as an electronic counting machine following the warrants and Ademi was arrested.

Work is currently ongoing under the Proceeds of Crime Act to seek recovery of assets used by the drugs boss.

Ten other individuals arrested in connection with the warrants remain under investigation whilst enquiries continue.

Detective Inspector Matt Grantham leading the investigation said: “The outcome at court was the culmination of several months of intensive investigate work, as investigations like these can be lengthy and complex to ensure all lines of enquiry are fully explored and we secure our best chance of prosecution.

“I’m pleased we were able to build a strong case that resulted in Ademi taking responsibility for his actions and his involvement in this drugs gang.

“Organised crime groups cause significant harm to our communities as they remain persistent in their attempt to supply and distribute drugs in our area. However, I am confident that the action taken through this operation has helped disrupt this, making our streets safer.

“Our dedicated teams work relentlessly to disturb and dismantle these crime groups, with a particular focus on the ringleaders and those posing the greatest threat to our communities.

“We investigate all information that we receive, so please don’t worry if you don’t see immediate action.

“These investigations take time 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, so please, keep talking to us if you have any information about crime in your area.”

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