Prolific Offender Jailed For Supplying Class A Drugs In Hastings

A drug dealer has been jailed for supplying Class A drugs in the Hastings area.

Kelvin Bright, 32, of Grove Road, Hastings, appeared before Lewes Crown Court on 13 November after pleading guilty to charges of supplying heroin and crack cocaine.

He was sentenced to five years and seven months imprisonment.

Terry Arnold, 67, of Lydd Road, Camber, also appeared before the same court for sentencing, having pleaded guilty to supplying class A drugs.

He received a suspended prison sentence for two years.

Detective Constable Nick Arthur said:

“Kelvin Bright is a prolific offender, who also intimidated others to supply drugs for him.

"We have taken a dangerous individual off our streets and we are satisfied with the sentence he has received.” 

Drug dealing often goes hand in hand with the exploitation of vulnerable people.

This Adult Safeguarding Week, spot the signs of cuckooing and other exploitation, and if you see anything suspicious report to the police - find out more about Cuckooing online.