Brutal Drug Gang Busted: Over 47 Years Jail Time for Flintshire Dealers
Eight hardened criminals behind a massive Class A and B drug ring across Flintshire have been slammed with more than 47 years behind bars. Mold Crown Court dealt the heavy sentences today, Thursday 22 January, ending the reign of terror from this ruthless gang.
Operation Zero Nails Gang Boss and Crew
The crime cartel was masterminded by 42-year-old Lee Rigby from Sandycroft. Rigby ran the supply chain for cocaine, ketamine, and cannabis on a huge scale, sourcing kilos from suppliers and orchestrating local distribution.
His right-hand man Mark Poh, also 42 and living at the same address, was the packager and weigh-master, caught handing over cash to suppliers. Lee’s half-brother Daniel Carroll pumped cash into the operation and used his home as a stash spot.
Family and Foot Soldiers Caught in the Web
- Lee’s 21-year-old son, Wesley Rigby, and 35-year-old Frank Jones were key street dealers.
- Jack Harpur, 31, stored cash and handed out smaller quantities.
Women Katie Williams, Claire Clegg, and Jessica Lett were also caught. Williams and Clegg hid money, while Lett sold cocaine and cannabis. All three were handed 12-month community orders and rehab sessions.
Harsh Jail Terms for Flintshire Kingpins
- Lee Rigby: 16 years 3 months for conspiracy to supply Class A & B drugs
- Mark Poh: 14 years for conspiracy to supply Class A & B drugs
- Adam Hill, 39: 5 years 8 months for conspiracy
- Frank Jones: 5 years 10 months for conspiracy
- Stephen Lowe, 32: 5 years 10 months for conspiracy
- Wesley Rigby: 2 years suspended for conspiracy
- Daniel Carroll: 6 months suspended for transferring criminal property
- Jack Harpur: 2 years suspended for conspiracy
The North Wales Police Serious and Organised Crime Unit’s extensive Operation Zero probe, running from December 2022 to November 2023, used detailed surveillance and intelligence to smash this massive drugs racket.
Thanks to relentless police work, Flintshire’s streets are safer tonight with some of the county’s worst offenders finally behind bars.
