Three jailed for drug dealing after vulnerable man died in Bermondsey – Southwark News

Three men have been jailed for drug dealing after a vulnerable man died in Bermondsey.

Police started their investigation after 44-year-old Alexander Hildred suffered cardiac arrest and collapsed in the street. Agents discovered a network of dealers on his mobile phone.

Three drug dealers from Hendon were jointly sentenced to more than 20 years in prison on Tuesday, October 8, following a hearing at Inner London Crown Court.

Police tracked down the three perpetrators after reviewing information on Mr Hildred’s mobile phone, which showed there was a network of dealers selling Class A and Class B drugs.

Evidence, including WhatsApp messages and CCTV footage, led officers to three men selling crystal meth, cocaine and GHB.

The trio were charged with conspiracy to supply class A and class B drugs and possession of criminal property following an extensive investigation.

Hadi Salahi, 39, was sentenced to eight years and four months in prison on September 13, 2023, after pleading guilty to conspiracy to supply class A and class B drugs and possession of criminal property.

Hosein Ghadimi, 31, was sentenced to seven years and two months in prison after pleading guilty to conspiracy to supply Class A and Class B drugs on August 31, 2023, and possession of criminal property on September 13, 2023.

Meysam Ghorbani, 30 (24.7.94) was sentenced to four years and nine months in prison after pleading guilty to the same offenses on September 13, 2023.

Detective Sergeant Andy Snazell, who led the investigation as part of the Met’s Serious Organized Crime team, said: “The drug supply is having a devastating impact on communities in London and beyond. It causes addiction, has devastating health consequences and leads to antisocial behavior and violence.

“With the help of local communities talking to us and sharing information, our officers act quickly to prosecute those who try to cause harm by supplying drugs.

“We are committed to dealing vigorously with perpetrators who impact the lives of those around them, as we reduce crime in local areas and restore confidence in the Met.”