Two gang members who conspired to supply class A drugs in Warrington have been jailed.
Remell Da Silva (21) of Lindale Avenue, Manchester, and Angela Williams (36) of Stringer Street, Warrington, have been sentenced to a total of more than six years behind bars, following their appearance at Chester Crown Court on January 2.
Detectives began an investigation after becoming aware of two mobile numbers advertising the sale of class A drugs to local users in Warrington.
Da Silva was quickly identified as the controller of a county line and responsible for sending daily ‘flare’ messages to sell his supply.
Williams (pictured left) acted as a street dealer and allowed Da Silva to orchestrate his drug operation from her home.
Warrant
A warrant was conducted at Williams’ home address in July, resulting in the arrest of Da Silva and Williams on suspicion of drug offences.
During the search, police found a graft phone with messages evidencing the sale of illegal drugs.
A list of drug dealers and drug paraphernalia, such as scales, was also recovered from the home. Upon arrest, Da Silva was found in possession of a large quantity of cash.
The pair were subsequently charged with two counts of being concerned in the supply of Class A drugs (crack cocaine, heroin).
Da Silva was also charged with possession of criminal property. He was sentenced to three years and four months in prison. Williams was sentenced to two years and seven months behind bars.
