Daniel Whitfield, 25, of Rake Lane, Chester, has been sentenced to six years in prison after police discovered his Instagram account advertising illegal drugs. The case began in July when officers from Chester Proactive CID became aware of an account under the name "BamBam11092026" that contained stories promoting the sale of heroin, cocaine and ketamine in Chester.
Investigation and Arrest
The account included messages with a mobile phone number and the line "on all day with power". The investigation led to Whitfield being identified as the user of the social media account. A warrant was carried out at his home on Rake Lane at 6.30am on Wednesday, September 30, where Whitfield was arrested. Several items were recovered from the property, including mobile phones and drugs-related paraphernalia.
During analysis of the phone, a number of messages relating to the supply of illegal drugs were located. Whitfield was questioned in relation to the allegations but answered no comment to all questions put to him by officers. Despite his silence, he was later charged with drugs offences.
Court Sentencing
Whitfield appeared at Chester Crown Court on Thursday, November 12, where he was sentenced to six years in prison. He had previously pleaded guilty to two counts of being concerned in the supply of class A drugs (heroin and cocaine) and one count of being concerned in the supply of class B drugs (ketamine).
Police Response
Following the sentencing, Detective Constable Richard Connolley of Chester Proactive CID said: "Whitfield thought that by using social media to deal illegal drugs he would be able to avoid detection.
"However, he seriously underestimated the determination of the team here at Chester and he's now facing the consequences of his actions.
"While this case has now concluded, our fight against illegal drugs remains ongoing and we're committed to doing all we can to ensure that those who bring harm to our communities are held accountable.
"I urge anyone with any information about suspected drug-related activity in Chester to get in touch."
