A man from Carlisle has been sentenced for the supply of drugs following a warrant.
Louis Moore, 27, of Moorville Drive South, Carlisle was sentenced to four years eight months yesterday (March 11) at Carlisle Crown Court for:
- Possession with intent to supply a controlled drug of Class A
- Concerned in the supply of Cocaine
- Concerned in the supply of a controlled drug of Class B
The court heard on 23 February 2023, police conducted a misuse of drugs act warrant at an address on St Agusta View, Carlisle.
A search was carried out and over 1kg of cocaine was found in a carried bag located in a wardrobe along with digital scales. Officers also located over £1,500 in cash.
Forensic enquiries on items found at the property located Moore’s fingerprints on the packaging of the cocaine.
Moore’s mobile phone was also examined, and messages were found relating to the supply of drugs.
Speaking on the case Detective Constable James Bowness from Cumberland CID said “Proactive warrants such as in this case are taking those active in the supply of drugs to dealers and local users in the area before the courts.
“This proactive activity is supported by our community reporting information to us.
“We urge anyone with information on drug activities within our community to report information to us.
“This allows us to put those individuals exploiting and putting our communities at harm before the courts.”