Prison for Rugby man after police found huge stash of heroin in his flat

A 55-year-old Rugby man has been sentenced to two years and two months in jail after police seized a huge stash of heroin from his flat.

Anthony Steven Almond, of Murray Road, was sentenced at Warwick Crown Court after pleading guilty to possession of heroin with intent to supply.

The drugs were seized after officers executed a warrant at Almond’s flat in January 2019.

The warrant was issued following information received from the public.

Detective Constable Rob Garrison from Rugby Proactive CID said: “This warrant led to a significant quantity of heroin being taken off the streets of Rugby. I am really pleased with this outcome and believe it demonstrates our commitment to tackling drugs problems in Rugby.

“We will continue to work to disrupt the distribution of illegal drugs in Warwickshire, essentially ensuring those involved are brought to justice.”