A man has been jailed for drug-related offences following a police investigation in Sudbury. Alexandre Alberto Santana Da Silva, aged 49, appeared at Ipswich Crown Court on Thursday 15 October after admitting offences linked to the supply of Class A drugs. Police officers had cause to stop him in his vehicle in Sudbury on 27 August on Ingrams Well Road. Police detained the driver under section 23 of the Misuse of Drugs Act and recovered a mobile phone containing messages consistent with the supply of controlled drugs. He was taken into custody for questioning and subsequently charged with being concerned in supply drugs and possession of criminal property, namely £575. Following court proceedings, Da Silva was sentenced to two years' imprisonment. The court also ordered: - The forfeiture of £575 cash under the Misuse of Drugs Act.
- The deprivation and destruction of mobile phones and SIM cards seized during the investigation.
- Payment of the statutory court surcharge.
Following the completion of his custodial sentence, the defendant will be subject to immediate deportation. The supply of illegal drugs causes significant harm to our communities and we remain committed to identifying and prosecuting those involved in drug dealing. This sentence demonstrates that those who choose to engage in this criminal activity can expect to face serious consequences. If you suspect drug activity, report this via: https://www.suffolk.police.uk/ro/report/ocr/af/how-to-report-a-crime/ Call 101 Alternatively you can contact the independent charity Crimestoppers to report anonymously – either online at www.crimestoppers-uk.org or by calling 0800 555 111. | 
