🚨 A Simple Question Unravels a Drug Operation 🚨
In Newport, 20-year-old Ismail Hussain found himself on the wrong side of the law when a simple question from plain-clothed officers led to a major bust. Spotted in an area notorious for drug dealing, Hussain was asked by police if he had anything on him. His candid response: “Yeah, crack,” as he pointed to his pockets. 😳
A search revealed more than £800 worth of cocaine packaged for street deals, a small amount of cannabis for personal use, along with cash and two mobile phones. The investigation into his Nokia burner phone uncovered messages linked to drug supply. 📱💬
This isn’t Hussain’s first run-in with the law—he and his father had previously been caught with £7,000 worth of heroin. Now, he finds himself in hot water again, having pleaded guilty to possession with intent to supply Class A drugs, alongside a separate charge for cannabis. 🚔
Judge Richard Kember sentenced Hussain to 22 months in jail, with an additional year for breaching a previous suspended sentence. The court heard that Hussain’s drug use since age 17 led him into debt and ultimately into dealing. ⚖️
The cautionary tale serves as a reminder of how quickly things can spiral out of control. Stay informed and aware, folks! Keep this story in mind and make good choices. 🌐👀