Two men have been sentenced after a police stop in Millfield uncovered bags of cannabis and messages on a phone linked to the supply of cocaine in Peterborough.
Traffic stop in Hankey Street led to search and arrests
The incident occurred on 11 December when officers stopped a black Seat Ibiza on Hankey Street, Millfield. A strong smell of cannabis from the vehicle prompted officers to search its occupants. The two men arrested were 20-year-old Abdul Kareem, who was a passenger, and the 19-year-old driver, Husnain Mahmood.
Police found a Samsung phone and £55 in cash on Kareem. A search of the car revealed a leather pouch containing around 30 small bags of cannabis, an amount the court heard could be valued at up to £980. Officers also recovered multiple clear plastic bags, another phone and packaging for SIM cards. Investigating officers say messages on Kareem’s phone linked him to the supply of cocaine in the city.
“It was clear from the quantity of cannabis and the way it was divided into multiple bags that this was more than personal use. Kareem was also clearly involved in supplying cocaine in Peterborough. I’m pleased he was apprehended by the Neighbourhood Support Team and has now been jailed for his actions.”
The words above were spoken by Detective Sergeant Sam Moorby, who commented on the Neighbourhood Support Team’s role in the arrest and the significance of the evidence recovered.
Sentences handed down at Cambridge Crown Court
Both men appeared at Cambridge Crown Court on 28 July. Kareem, from Cromwell Road, Millfield, admitted being concerned in the supply of cocaine and possession with intent to supply cannabis. He was sentenced to 22 months’ imprisonment.
Mahmood, of Lawn Avenue, New England, admitted possession with intent to supply cannabis and driving without insurance. He received a term of six months’ imprisonment, suspended for two years, and was ordered to complete 160 hours of unpaid work.
- Location of stop: Hankey Street, Millfield, Peterborough
- Date of stop: 11 December
- Court: Cambridge Crown Court — appearance on 28 July
The outcome serves as a reminder of how routine vehicle checks can lead to wider investigations into local drug supply. The quantities and packaging of the cannabis found were cited by police as indicators of distribution rather than personal use.
| Defendant | Charges admitted | Sentence |
|---|---|---|
| Abdul Kareem (20) | Concerned in supply of cocaine; possession with intent to supply cannabis | 22 months custody |
| Husnain Mahmood (19) | Possession with intent to supply cannabis; driving without insurance | 6 months custody, suspended 2 years; 160 hours unpaid work |
Neighbourhood policing units play a visible role in routine enforcement across Peterborough, and this case highlights the impact such operations can have on local drug distribution networks. Residents with concerns about drug-related activity are encouraged to report information to Cambridgeshire Constabulary through the usual channels so officers can follow up.
Further enquiries into the supply lines referenced in the messages on Kareem’s phone remain a matter for the ongoing work of investigators.
