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Northwich drug dealer jailed for four years
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A 30-year-old man from Northwich has been jailed for four years after he admitted being involved in the supply of Class A drugs.
Dylan Wilson, of no fixed abode, Northwich, appeared at Chester Crown Court on Thursday 23 April, where he admitted possession with intent to supply class A drugs (cocaine) and possession of class B drugs (cannabis).
The court heard how at around 9.20am on Wednesday 25 March 2026, officers from Northwich Proactive CID and Northwich Beat Team, attended an address on Lilac Drive while searching for Wilson who was wanted for unrelated offences.
On arrival, police knocked at the door but there was no response, however there was movement in the property, so officers forced entry.
Once inside, Wilson was quickly located hiding in a storage cupboard near to the front door and subsequently arrested.
Following his arrest, officers conducted a search of the property and found a jacket which contained between £1,080 and £2,700 worth of cocaine – also in the jacket was Wilsons driving licence.
During the search officers also recovered a mobile phone, an extendable police style baton, a wooden bat, £200 cash and a small amount of cannabis.
Wilson was arrested in relation to the discoveries and taken to police custody. However, on arrival he refused to leave his cell to answer any questions.
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Following the sentencing, Detective Constable Chris Forrest of Northwich Proactive CID said:
“I welcome the sentence handed to Wilson and I hope it acts as a warning to others looking to deal drugs in Northwich.
“Quite what Wilson thought he could achieve by hiding in the cupboard, we’ll never know, but thanks to his swift arrest and the subsequent investigation he’s now got a prison cell instead.
“Drugs have devastating consequences on our communities, and we’re committed to doing all we can to ensure those responsible are held accountable.
“While Wilson is now behind bars, our fight against criminals continues and I would appeal to anyone who has any information about illegal activity taking place in their communities to contact us on 101, or at www.cheshire.police.uk/tell-us , and we will do the rest.”