Man jailed after officers spot drug deal in Middlesbrough

A man has been jailed for more than two years after eagle-eyed officers spotted a drug deal in Middlesbrough.

Around 7.15pm on Friday 30^th August, officers in Laycock Park spotted suspicious activity carried out by 22-year-old Jake Marron who was on an electric motorbike.

Marron made off on the bike but was arrested after a short pursuit, which led to a bridge over the A66 close to St Aidens Court.

An officer suffered a minor injury to their thumb during the incident.

Officers searched him and located a quantity of Class A drugs, believed to be worth over £3,500 in total, along with some cash.

He was charged with possession with intent to supply cocaine, possession with intent to supply crack cocaine, possession of criminal property and assaulting an emergency worker.

Marron, from Middlesbrough, appeared at Teesside Crown Court on Friday 22^nd November after pleading guilty to the charges where he was sentenced to 27 months in prison.

Sergeant John Sproson from Middlesbrough’s Proactive Team said: “This result demonstrates our commitment to targeting those dealing drugs and bringing misery to our communities, as well as those using motorbikes in the commission of crime.

“I’d urge anyone with information about drug dealing or other criminality to keep reporting them to us on 101. You can also report online via our website here: Report a crime | Cleveland Police”