Oldham man jailed after drugs and revolver found in his car

An Oldham man has been jailed for almost 14 years after police found a revolver and drugs in his car following a crash.

Benjamin Harrison, 35, pleaded guilty to possession with intent to supply Cocaine, Heroin and Ketamine, as well as possessing a prohibited firearm.

He has been sentenced to 13 years and 8 months in prison.

The illegal Lebeau Freres Brevet single shot revolver found in Harrison's car. Credit: Greater Manchester Police

Harrison's car was involved in a collision at the junction of Chapel Road in Oldham on January 21 this year.

After the illegal items were found in his car officers also searched a house in Radcliffe, where they found more ammunition and items "which could be used in the production of drugs".

Drugs with a street value believed to be around £400,000 were seized by police. Credit: Greater Manchester Police

Police believe that the value of drugs seized was in the region of £400,000.

Detective Inspector Claire McGuire, Greater Manchester Police, said: "This was a significant seizure which has taken an illegal firearm off the streets, as well as a large quantity of drugs.

"This weapon was used to further Harrison’s criminality and its seizure makes our communities safer."

She added: "Today’s result sends a strong message that illegal drug use and those carrying illegal firearms will not be tolerated in Greater Manchester.

"Harrison now has a long time in prison to contemplate his foolish choices."