Drug dealer jailed after being found with heroin, balaclava, hammer and bottle of ammonia in his car

James West, 22, from Pelton, was intercepted by Police in April 2020 at the Sainsbury’s car park in Chester-le-Street where his vehicle was subsequently searched by the dog unit who located the items.

A statement posted on social media by Durham Police said: “James West was swiftly arrested and charged with possession with intent to supply a class A drug.

“He was handed a 27-month jail term yesterday morning (February 15)”.

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