Two people have been sentenced after being caught dealing drugs on camera in a Teesside alley.
Jamie Taylor, 39, of Arrandale in Hemlington, and Kelly Keogh, 49, of Regent Road in Middlesbrough, were sentenced at court after pleading guilty to possession with intent to supply class A drugs in Middlesbrough.
On January 21, 2026, officers from a Proactive Team using a drone to monitor activity in the Maple Street area, witnessed drug deals taking place in a back alley.
Taylor was detained at the scene and found in possession of cash and cocaine.
Meanwhile, Keogh was located at an address where she was attempting to conceal further cocaine.
Both pleaded guilty to possession with intent to supply class A drugs and were sentenced on July 29.
Taylor received 18 months in prison, while Keogh was given an 18-month sentence, suspended for 18 months.
PC Maloney, the officer in the case, said: "I am pleased with this outcome at court."
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He added: "We will continue to proactively pursue those that are involved in class A drug dealing in the Middlesbrough area.
"We will utilise all tools available to us in the fight against drugs.
"We will not tolerate those who cause misery for others for their own criminal gain."
Anyone with information about drug-related activity is encouraged to contact Cleveland Police on 101, or report anonymously through Crimestoppers.
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