Caerphilly man jailed for drug offences

Corey Hughes, 23, was sentenced to two years and four months in prison after pleading guilty to drug offences in court.

Corey Hughes, 23, appeared at Merthyr Tydfil Crown Court on Wednesday 30 November where he plead guilty to one count of being in possession with the intent to supply crack cocaine and one count of being in possession of criminal property.

 

Corey has received a sentence of two years and four months in prison after pleading guilty in court.

 

 

Police Constable Rhys Jones, the officer in the case, said:

 

“We welcome the sentence imposed on Corey, we hope this deters others who may be tempted to engage in such criminality.

 

“He is now serving a custodial sentence for his part in the supply of drugs. Illegal drugs have no place in our society, we will continue to target anyone involved in drug supply.

 

"If you have any concerns or information, we encourage you to report these by calling 101 or DM us on social media.

 

"You can also call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.”