Drug boss sentenced to 18 years after secret network bust

Drug Boss Sentenced to 18 Years After Secret Network Bust

A drug boss known as 'monstermunchman' has been sentenced to 18 years in prison for using the secret network EncroChat to arrange the supply of cocaine. Jamie Joseph Veale, 32, operated a large-scale operation through the encrypted communications network. He was responsible for the supply of at least 17kg of cocaine, negotiating prices for kilo amounts of class A drugs. However, Veale's criminal activities came to an end when law enforcement infiltrated the EncroChat network. Working together, Cheshire Police, the National Crime Agency, the North West Regional Organised Crime Unit, and the Crown Prosecution Service raided Veale's address and found incriminating evidence including multiple mobile devices, cash, jewellery, and drug paraphernalia. Veale pleaded guilty to drugs supply offences and received a sentence of 18 years in prison.

National Crime Agency and Partners Bring EncroChat Dealers to Justice

Jamie Joseph Veale is just one of the criminals who have been brought to justice as a result of the National Crime Agency's efforts to identify and prosecute individuals using the secret network EncroChat. EncroChat, an encrypted phone network, was cracked by international police in May 2020, leading to the exposure of numerous criminal activities. Veale's case is part of a larger operation that has seen the prosecution of multiple criminals involved in the mass criminal network. The EncroChat-related prosecutions have targeted drug dealers, among others, who have used the network to organize their illegal activities.

Luxury Lifestyle Exposed as Drug Boss is Sentenced

Despite being unemployed, Jamie Joseph Veale lived a life of luxury, boasting about his extravagant holidays, ownership of a jet ski, and collection of designer watches. However, his lavish lifestyle was funded by his drug dealing activities facilitated by the secret network EncroChat. Veale used the encrypted communications network to arrange the supply of cocaine on a large scale. His criminal activities were eventually uncovered by the National Crime Agency, Cheshire Police, and other law enforcement agencies. During a raid at Veale's address, authorities discovered multiple mobile devices, cash, designer jewelry and clothing, and drug-related paraphernalia. Veale admitted to conspiracy to supply class A and B drugs and was sentenced to 18 years in prison.

Conclusion

In a significant victory for law enforcement, the drug boss known as 'monstermunchman' has been handed an 18-year prison sentence for his involvement in the supply of cocaine through the secret network EncroChat. The National Crime Agency, along with its partners, has successfully identified and prosecuted numerous criminals who used the encrypted phone network to carry out illegal activities. Veale's case is just one example of the EncroChat-related prosecutions that have dismantled the criminal network and brought those responsible to justice. With their continued efforts, law enforcement agencies are making significant strides in combating drug trafficking and other criminal activities facilitated by encrypted networks.