Macclesfield drug dealers jailed following joint investigation

A man and a woman from Macclesfield have been jailed for drugs offences following a joint investigation by Cheshire and Merseyside Police.

Michael Ault and Victoria Scott appeared at Chester Crown Court on Monday 12 January where they were sentenced to a combined total of 11 years behind bars.

Ault, 50, of no fixed abode, Macclesfield, was jailed for eight years after he admitted to two counts of being concerned in the supply of Class A drugs (heroin and cocaine) and two counts of possession with intent to supply Class A drugs (heroin and cocaine).

Scott, 37, of Knutsford Walk, Macclesfield, was sentenced to three years in prison after she pleaded guilty to the same offences.

The court heard how in 2025 officers from Merseyside Police discovered mobile phone evidence which linked the pair to the sale of illegal drugs.

Evidence suggested that Ault was managing a county lines drugs gang in the area, while Scott was dealing drugs on his behalf.

After gathering a file of evidence, officers from Cheshire police conducted a series of warrants on Wednesday 22 October 2025 and arrested the pair.

During searches, officers recovered a large quantity of cocaine and heroin, almost £7,000 cash and several mobile phones.

Following the sentencing Detective Constable Dionne Andrews, from Cheshire Police, said:

“This is a great example of partnership work, which has resulted in the removal of a large quantity of illegal drugs from the streets of Macclesfield.

“The corrosive effect of illegal drugs on communities cannot be understated. Behind every single drug deal there is vulnerability and misery, and we are fully committed to tackling the problem and targeting those involved.

“If you have any information about illegal drug activity or any other criminal activity taking place, please report it to us on 101, or anonymously via Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111, and we will take care of the rest.”

Detective Sergeant Shaun McNee, from Merseyside Police Operation Toxic County Lines Team, added:

“Our close collaboration with Cheshire Constabulary means that two harmful drug suppliers are now starting significant prison sentences.

“Criminals who run County Lines cause massive harm on communities across our region and beyond. We remain determined to work alongside our partners in law enforcement and tackle criminals who seek to exploit people. Intelligence sharing with neighbouring forces happens quickly and efficiently, meaning that moving across borders is no longer an easier way to commit crime.”