Tamworth Drug Ring Busted: Father and Sons Sentenced for Cocaine and Cannabis Supply
A father and his two sons have been sentenced to prison terms after being caught peddling drugs on the streets of Tamworth, Staffordshire. The family-led operation was dismantled by police, who uncovered incriminating text messages, cash, deal bags, and even a large bucket of cannabis during their investigation.
Family Gang Unraveled by Police Investigation
Aaron Brittain, 36, from Lichfield, collaborated with his father, Neil Whitehouse, 66, and brother, Brandon Whitehouse, 23, both from Burton-on-Trent, to supply drugs between July 2018 and December 2019. Their associate, Lee Dalton, 37, of Dudley, also participated in the criminal activities. The group's downfall began when Brittain was arrested in December 2019, with police discovering numerous messages on his phone related to the dealing of cocaine and cannabis in Tamworth and surrounding areas.
Following the arrests of all four men, officers conducted a search of a property in the Kings Bromley area. During the raid, they seized cash, deal bags, scales containing traces of cannabis and cocaine, and a significant bucket of cannabis stored in an outhouse. Mobile phone evidence further revealed the gang's conspiracy to sell drugs locally, with Neil Whitehouse specifically involved in moving cash, preparing drugs, and transporting them under Brittain's direction.
Sentencing at Stafford Crown Court
Despite initially denying the offences or providing no comment during police interviews, all four men were charged and brought before the courts due to the strength of the investigation, as stated by Staffordshire Police. On Friday, February 27, they were sentenced at Stafford Crown Court:
- Aaron Brittain was jailed for three years and ten months after admitting to being concerned in the supply of cocaine and cannabis.
- Neil Whitehouse received a prison sentence of two years and four months for the same offences.
- Lee Dalton admitted to the offences and was given an 18-month imprisonment term, suspended for two years.
- Brandon Whitehouse also pleaded guilty and was sentenced to 16 months, suspended for two years.
The case highlights the ongoing efforts by law enforcement to combat drug-related crime in the region, with this family-run operation serving as a stark reminder of the consequences of such illegal activities.
