Two men have been sentenced to 17 years for attempting to import a handgun and drugs into the UK, following a thorough investigation.
They thought they could sneak a Taurus pistol through Stansted Airport, but Border Force officers were on the ball. They found the gun hidden in a package that looked like a safe box. Talk about a bad plan!
After a lengthy trial, both guys were found guilty of importing a firearm and conspiracy to bring in class-A drugs. Colly even had a cannabis charge on his record. They got slapped with 17 years in prison, and Redhead will be deported after serving his time.
The investigation revealed that the gun was meant for a rundown place in South London, and the name on the package was fake. Colly’s IP address was linked to tracking the shipment, which led officers right to him.
Just days after the gun was seized, they were caught picking up a parcel that had half a kilo of cocaine hidden in a desk organizer. Not the smartest move, right?
Their phones were full of messages about the gun and drugs, including invoices and photos of firearms. When officers searched Colly’s flat, they found even more weapons and a stash of cannabis.
The National Crime Agency’s Chris Hill said these guys were a real threat to public safety. Thanks to the investigation, they managed to take a dangerous firearm and drugs off the streets. It’s a win for law enforcement and a reminder that crime doesn’t pay!
