A MAN who was caught with class A drugs while driving in Reading has been jailed for nearly three years.

Nickanar Witter, aged 26, of College Green in London, was caught with the drugs driving on Waverley Road in Reading on April 4, 2021.

He was driving while uninsured and without a licence.

At Reading Crown Court on Thursday (July 1), Witter was sentenced to two years and nine months in prison.

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Investigating officer, PC Richard Flitcroft, of Reading police station, said: “Nickanar Witter has pleaded guilty to these offences and has been sentenced accordingly at Reading Crown Court.

“This was an excellent stop by our officers and should serve as a reminder that Thames Valley Police will not tolerate the presence of Class A drugs in our communities.

“Thames Valley Police has a zero tolerance approach against those involved in county line dealing and I am pleased that Witter will now serve time in prison for his actions.

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“If you are concerned about drug-related crime in your area, please call us on 101, or 999 in an emergency.”

“You can also report online or contact the independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.”