Sheldon James, 23, of Brighton, was sentenced at Lewes Crown Court on 27 October after pleading guilty to all offences. Sussex Police announced the conviction on 9 November 2026.
He had been seen making multiple stops on his moped in Brighton.
Moped stopped in Church Road, Hove
Officers from the Sussex Police Tactical Firearms Unit were on patrol in the city on the evening of Sunday 27 September when they spotted the suspicious activity.
They pulled the rider over in Church Road, Hove, and identified him as James.
He was searched and found in possession of a small quantity of cannabis, £385 in cash and an iPhone that was constantly ringing.
Heroin and crack cocaine discovered
James was arrested and taken into custody, where further drugs, heroin and crack cocaine, were found concealed on his person.
He was charged with two counts of possession with intent to supply Class A drugs (heroin and crack cocaine), and possession of criminal property (the cash). He pleaded guilty to all offences.
Jailed for three years and three months
At Lewes Crown Court on 27 October, James was sentenced to three years and three months in prison.
Investigating officer Detective Constable Gavin Harper, of Brighton Investigations, said:
“This conviction demonstrates our ongoing commitment to tackling drug-dealers and protecting vulnerable members of our communities.
“Whether it’s through proactive patrols or acting on information and intelligence, we will find you and we will catch you, and you can expect to face a lengthy term behind bars.”
The details above come from Sussex Police.
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