A DRUG dealer has been sentenced after police found him in possession of cocaine and heroin at a property in Reading.l 

Francis Nala-Hartley of Edgecombe Roa, Oxford, pleaded guilty to a count of possession with intent to supply Class A drugs at Reading Crown Court on April 26, 2020.

On April 21, Thames Valley Police attended a property in Southampton Street in Reading, where they found Nala-Hartley inside.

He was found to be in possession of cocaine and heroin and police arrested him on the same day and charged him the next. 

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Investigating officer, PC Zachary Rowe, of Reading police station, said: “Francis Nala-Hartley has pleaded guilty to being in possession of Class A drugs, which pose a real risk to the communities that Thames Valley Police want to keep safe.

“On attending this property in Southampton Street, he was arrested and swiftly charged. Due to the strong evidence against him, Nala-Hartley pleaded guilty in court and has been sentenced accordingly.

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“Let this be a reminder to anyone in our communities who wishes to participate in drug dealing. Thames Valley Police will be in hot pursuit of you and we will make arrests and work tirelessly to bring offenders to justice.

“Through our Stronghold campaign, we are committed to working in partnership to tackle serious organised crime and exploitation.

“If you think you’ve come across unlawful drug activity, you can make a report online or by calling 101.

“You can also call the independent charity Crimestoppers 100% anonymously on 0800 555 111.”

On Monday, June 14, Nala-Hartley was jailed for three years and four months.