A gang of 16 Albanians who sold cocaine were sentenced to a total of more than 86 years.
Operating in the leicester area, the Group operated three mobile phone numbers that allowed people to buy drugs. they were monitored By an “operator” Who would be the direct point of contact with the buyer.
The operator would then contact a "courier," Who would use a different number, and then meet the buyer, deliver the cocaine, and collect the money.
However, the group's criminal activity was uncovered following an extensive investigation by the East Midlands Special Operations Unit (EMSOU).
It is estimated that the group made £2 million selling drugs over the 16-month period. During the operation, more than £74,000 was seized by police.
