Watford Drug Bust: Two Arrested, £4,000 Crack Seized
Hertfordshire police have landed a major blow against drug crime in Watford. The Operational Support Group raided a town centre address, arresting a man and woman after a long-running investigation into crack cocaine supply.
Crack Cocaine Haul and Court Sentences
Officers confiscated crack cocaine worth over £4,000 and seized mobile phones linked to drug dealing. The suspects appeared at St Albans Crown Court on March 8.
- Justin Hawkes, 46, of no fixed address, got seven years for supplying class A drugs.
- Rebecca Prowse, 33, from Brindle Court, Watford, received a two-year suspended sentence, plus rehabilitation and drug referral orders.
Police Targeting Gang Activity
PC Hunni Glanville of Hertfordshire’s Operational Support Group warned about the dangers drugs pose to vulnerable people.
“Vulnerable people are often the ones who suffer the most being drawn into criminal activities, drugs and even sexual exploitation.”
She added that the force is cracking down hard on county lines gangs:
“Our operations are making a significant impact on the county lines network operating in Hertfordshire and we will continue to disrupt gang activity and stop the supply of drugs into our towns.”
