NEWS: Operation Dream Alpha - and how it has brought Doncaster drug dealers to justice

The impact of a long-running and intense operation to tear apart drug networks in Doncaster and bring dealers to justice has resulted in over 40 convictions so far and almost 100 years' worth of prison sentences.

Since May 2023, over 100 people have been arrested on suspicion of supplying drugs in Doncaster, with dozens of warrants executed and illegal substances such as heroin and cocaine seized and destroyed by officers.

Earlier this year, Doncaster South Neighbourhood Policing Team Inspector Adrian Luscombe shared his thoughts on the operation and the "significant" impact it has had on removing drug dealers from his patch.

Now, a new map shows the locations across the whole of Doncaster where this operation, which has been named Operation Dream Alpha, has had an influence.

It shows the locations of the criminals convicted as part of this campaign, with more suspected dealers due to appear in courts over the coming weeks and months.

Speaking about Operation Dream Alpha, Doncaster District Commander Chief Superintendent Pete Thorp said: "This operation was brought into force to act on concerns raised by you.

"Members of the public were getting fed up of seeing drug dealers lurking in their areas and I know that teams have worked immensely hard to track people's movements and gather intelligence to put this plan into action.

"The results have been impressive and that is thanks to everyone involved in this operation but we will refuse to rest on our laurels as we know there is still so much work to do.

"As we move towards seeing the final prosecutions, we know that this operation has given us a platform to build on and push on from to ensure more suppliers of harmful drugs are brought to justice.

"Our officers are continuing to execute warrants at premises across Doncaster under the Misuse of Drugs Act to root out drugs such as cocaine, heroin and cannabis and bring suppliers before the courts.

"To do this, we need the public's support, help and intelligence. Your information was pivotal in making this operation a success and I would urge anyone with concerns over drug dealing in their area to continue reporting them to us so we can fully investigate."

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