Man jailed for Class A drug dealing in Winsford

A man from Winsford has been jailed after he admitted being involved in the supply of class A drugs.

Karl Lamb appeared at Chester Crown Court on Tuesday 18 August where he was sentenced to 27 months in prison.

The 53-year-old of Wharton Gardens, Winsford, had previously pleaded guilty to being concerned in the supply of class A drugs (cocaine) and possession of class A drugs (cocaine).

The court heard how on Friday 16 January 2026, officers were called to reports of an unrelated incident at Lamb’s address in Winsford.

Police were deployed to the address and Lamb was quickly arrested in relation to the matter. He was searched by officers and found in possession of more than £950 cash.  

Following the arrest, officers conducted a search of his address where they discovered a box of white powder, digital scales and a note pad containing a list of customers.

The white powder was later tested and confirmed as cocaine with a street value of up to £4,250.

A mobile phone was also seized which contained messages showing that Lamb had been actively involved in the sale of cocaine between 16 May 2025 and January 2026.

During questioning he claimed that he was not involved in the sale of illegal drugs and the cash which was seized following his arrest was from the sale of a car, he also stated that he had found the box of drugs in his garden, just before officers arrived at the scene.

Despite his claims he was later charged with drugs offences.

Following the sentencing, Police Constable Ed Whalley, of Northwich Proactive CID, said:

“Lamb thought that he would be able to evade justice by lying to officers with his ridiculous claim that he had simply ‘found’ more than £4,000 worth of class A drugs in his garden, just before officers came to arrest him.

“However, due to the strength of the evidence we were able to gather against him, his web of lies quickly fell apart and he had no option but to admit his guilt.

“Drugs have a hugely detrimental impact on our communities, causing widespread misery. As such, cutting off supplies of illegal drugs and removing dealers from our streets is of paramount importance.

“I would appeal to anyone who has any information about illegal drug activity or any other criminal activity taking place in their communities to contact us on 101, via the website or anonymously via Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.”