A Drug Dealer’s Bold Encounter with Police
In a shocking incident, a drug dealer was seen congratulating police officers who intercepted a massive drug haul worth £1 million. The event took place after a high-speed chase that reached speeds of 120 mph. David Sherratt, 48, was found with one of the largest drug seizures by West Midlands Police, following a dramatic pursuit on the motorway.
Officers attempted to pull over Sherratt’s black Peugeot 3008 near Alvechurch, Worcestershire, suspecting it was involved in drug-related activities. However, instead of stopping, Sherratt sped off, leading the police on a dangerous chase along the M5 and M42. At one point, a separate team deployed a stinger, causing Sherratt’s vehicle to lose a tyre before it was eventually boxed in.
Upon his arrest, officers discovered several Sports Direct bags in the boot of the car, each containing 18kg of cocaine. The total wholesale value of these drugs was estimated at £1.3 million. On police bodycam footage, Sherratt can be heard saying, “Good day the office isn’t it for you? Good day the office lads.” This remark came as he was being taken into custody.
Sherratt also attempted to destroy evidence by smashing his phone against the dashboard. However, subsequent phone messages revealed that he had been involved in the collection of an additional 135kg of drugs, valued at up to £5 million. He was responsible for delivering these drugs to customers across the country, earning up to £200 per kilo delivered. His expected earnings were estimated at £20,000 over six weeks.
Last Monday, Sherratt, who has no fixed address, was sentenced to 12 years and nine months in prison at Birmingham Crown Court. He pleaded guilty to being involved in the supply of cocaine, possessing the drug with intent to supply, and dangerous driving. The court learned that Sherratt has 12 convictions for 19 offences dating back to 1995. In 2016, he was jailed for six years for conspiracy to supply class A drugs, and in 2020, he received more than four years for further drug-related offenses.
Detective Chief Inspector Peter Cooke, from the Regional Organised Crime Unit for the West Midlands, commented on the significance of the seizure. He stated, “This is a major recovery of drugs that would have ultimately been sold on the streets of the UK and caused untold misery. Sherratt’s attempt to evade our officers was dangerous and put other road users at risk, but the great work by the Road Crime Team ensured the pursuit ended safely.”
He emphasized that Sherratt played a significant role in the distribution of drugs across the country. However, he will now spend years behind bars, serving his sentence for his crimes. The case highlights the ongoing efforts of law enforcement to combat drug trafficking and protect the public from the dangers associated with such activities.
