Ex-Premier League footballer Thierry Nevers has been sentenced to jail time after flaunting his drug dealing activities on Instagram. The 23-year-old, who once played for clubs like Newport County and Reading, posted rap videos boasting about his life of crime, which eventually led to his arrest.
Nevers joined forces with Allan Barrass, 50, to supply class A drugs. Both admitted to their crimes, with Barrass also owning up to possessing a sawn-off shotgun. Nevers is set to serve three years behind bars, while Barrass got a hefty 10-year sentence.
In court, it was revealed that Nevers made frequent trips between Dorrington and Reading, raising suspicions of illegal drug activities. Police captured Barrass on dramatic bodycam footage as he returned home, uncovering an alarming stash of items. A further search unveiled a loaded sawn-off shotgun, 40 grams of cocaine, cash totalling £5,860, and an assortment of weapons, including a lock knife and a baseball bat. Cannabis plants were even discovered in the garage.
Detectives found phone records linking Nevers and Barrass to drug trafficking, painting a clear picture of their operations. The police emphasised the damaging impact of drugs on communities, often leading to violence and increased crime rates. This case further highlighted the dangerous mix of drugs and weapons.
Let’s hope this serves as a reminder that crime, no matter how glamorised on social media, ultimately leads to serious consequences. Stay safe and look after each other out there!