Doncaster dealer jailed as 100 arrests made in police drug crackdown

Brandon Hynes
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A Doncaster drug dealer has been put behind bars as part of a large police operation in the city - which has seen more than 100 suspects in custody with convicted criminals serving a total of 110 years behind bars.

Brandon Hynes, 30, was a drug dealer on the 'Jack' Line which operated on a 'ring and bring' basis in the city of Doncaster. Hynes was caught on three occasions in April and May 2023, supplying Class A drugs. An investigation into him managed to find enough information to charge him with a range of drug offences.

Hynes, of HMP Stocken, was identified by the three-star tattoo on the right of his neck and was sentenced on September 23, at Sheffield Crown Court, to four years and nine months in prison. He was found guilty of supplying crack cocaine and being concerned in the supply of heroin.

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A third charge of being concerned in offer to supply crack cocaine has been ordered to remain on file. Detective Sergeant Rachael Smith said: "Hynes thought he was above the law but our investigation as part of Dream Alpha enabled us to secure justice and put a dangerous individual behind bars.

"Hynes was a prolific supplier of illegal drugs on the Jack Line and his incarceration ensures that supply chain has been cut out and in turn, disrupts the influence and activities of organised crime groups (OCGs) who are directly linked to the use and supply of drugs.

"We listened to your concerns around the supply and usage of drugs in Doncaster and this operation has worked effectively to tackle that and put offenders behind bars for a very long time.

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"I hope this sends out a clear message to drug dealers in the city that we will come for you. It doesn't matter how untouchable you think you are - we will deliver justice and we will stop drugs from infiltrating the communities we serve to protect."

Operation Dream Alpha has seen 110 years worth of prison sentences for drug dealers in Doncaster, with more than 100 drug-related arrests since May 2023.

Inspector Anthony Slater praised the impact of the operation: "For the past two years, a whole host of teams and departments have been involved in Operation Dream Alpha and passing the 100 mark for prison sentences is testament to the work that has gone into making this a success.

"A lot of work has gone on behind the scenes and away from public view and it's important that everyone's contributions are recognised. Drug dealers have no place in Doncaster or the wider South Yorkshire area and we will continue investigating their crimes to deliver justice and wipe out their operations."

If you have concerns about drug related crime, you can contact the police 101 or 999 in an emergency. You can also get in contact online. Alternatively, you can contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or on their website.