A WHITLEY man has been jailed for two years after being caught with 39 wraps of cocaine and heroin.
David Beckford, 35, of Hadrian Walk, Reading, pleaded guilty to two counts of possession with intent to supply a controlled class A drug, namely cocaine and heroin when he appeared at Reading Crown Court on Wednesday, January 24.
The court heard that on November 4, 2023, Thames Valley Police officers stopped Beckford on Northcroft Avenue under Section 23 of the Misuse of Drugs Act.
A search found the drugs, a mobile phone and more than £320 in cash.
He was arrested the same day and charged on November 5.
In addition to the jail sentence, the court ordered the forfeiture and destruction of the drugs and a phone.
Investigating officer, PC Liam Steele of the Stronghold Team based at Reading police station, said: “Beckford was caught with a substantial amount of drugs in his possession. It was clear he was looking to profit from the sale of class A.
“Our Stronghold team will proactively and robustly target and prosecute offenders. Our activity will be both visible and covert aimed at disrupting and pursuing offenders involved in the supply of drugs.
“Information from the public around the drug supply offences in Reading plays an important role in developing intelligence into a proactive investigation.
“Anyone with information can contact us by calling 101 or by making a report online.
“If you do not wish to speak to the police you can contact the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 and they will take your information 100% anonymously.”
