Peter Fury, the uncle of world heavyweight champion Tyson Fury, has a past that contrasts sharply with his nephew's boxing glory. While Tyson Fury rose to fame by defeating Wladimir Klitschko in 2015, Peter Fury once controlled a major drug operation in the North West of England. He led a gang that smuggled amphetamines from Belgium and distributed them across cities.
In a 1994 arrest, Peter was caught with a rucksack containing 10kg of speed. He attempted to deceive the courts by claiming his wealth came from boxing, bare-knuckle fighting, and selling cars. However, evidence revealed illicit transactions using bank accounts in America, Spain, and Ireland. He was sentenced to 10 years for possession of amphetamine with intent to supply.
Even from prison, Peter continued to run his empire. He was reincarcerated in 2008 for money laundering and ordered to repay nearly £1 million in assets. Alun Milford, then head of the CPS Organised Crime Division, stated: 'It is clear from his realisable assets that Fury has enjoyed an extremely comfortable lifestyle.'
Reflecting on his time in prison, Peter told BoxingScene: 'You're in hell on earth. That man sat next to you can easily put a knife through your neck because they're in for life and are in despair with nothing to lose.' He added that prison made him realise what he was missing and helped turn his life around.
Peter later returned to boxing and guided his nephew Tyson to his world title win. However, recent reports suggest a falling out between Peter and the rest of the Fury clan, leading to his distancing from the family.
