Seven people have been jailed for a combined total of more than 40 years following a major investigation into drug supply networks operating in and around Halifax.
Seven people have been jailed for more than 40 years in total for their involvement in large-scale drug supply in Halifax.
The sentences follow a year-long investigation launched in November 2023, targeting drug lines operating in the town centre and surrounding areas. The operation was led by Calderdale’s Precision Team, working alongside specialist units from West Yorkshire Police and regional organised crime officers.
In total, 36 people were arrested, with 27 charged with more than 110 offences, including the supply and conspiracy to supply Class A drugs.
Following a two-day sentencing hearing at Bradford Crown Court, seven defendants received prison sentences. Police say further sentencings and trials are expected in the coming weeks.
Superintendent Gary Panther said the sentences reflect the serious harm caused by drug supply and warned that police will continue to take decisive action to protect local communities.
🧾 Those Sentenced:
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Uzain Mohammed, 27, of Clay Pitts Lane, Halifax – 11 years 8 months for conspiracy to supply Class A drugs
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Amaan Ifraz, 23, of Athol Close, Halifax – 7 years 2 months for conspiracy to supply Class A
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Michael Kilner, 29, of no fixed abode – 2 years 3 months for conspiracy to supply Class A
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Scott Shaw, 48, of Houghton Towers, Halifax – 7 years 8 months for conspiracy to supply Class A and driving offences
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Josef Pihik, 49, of no fixed abode – 4 years 8 months for conspiracy to supply Class A and drug-driving offences
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Zaeem Tufeeque, 29, of Norfolk Place, Halifax – 2 years 3 months for conspiracy to supply Class A
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Safraz Riaz, formerly of Essex Street, Halifax – 5 years 8 months for conspiracy to supply Class A and additional offences including burglary, ABH and a public order offence (also given a 10-year restraining order)
Rebecca Henderson, 46, of Unity Terrace, Halifax, received a three-year community order.
Police say further defendants are due to be sentenced, with the first of three trials expected to begin in April.
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