Mohammed Babrul Hussain has been jailed by Jersey's Royal Court for his involvement in importing Class A and B drugs into Jersey, as part of wider investigation into the island's supply of illegal substances.

32-year-old Hussain, from Birmingham, had been working for a restaurant in the island whilst providing addresses for drug parcels to be sent to Jersey through the post.

The married father of twins less than a year old told the court he would receive money and cannabis for giving addresses, including the homes of two young people.

Hussain received class A and B drugs concealed in items including a karaoke machine and cushions.

In July 2023, a parcel containing drugs was intercepted.

Police discovered hundreds of ecstasy pills (MDMA) and kilograms of cannabis had been sent to Hussain and other addresses in Jersey throughout the smuggling period, using the postal service.

The MDMA and cannabis had a street value estimated to be in the tens of thousands of pounds.

Police van outside the Royal Court

Hussain was also charged with having £19,164.65 of 'criminal property' which was linked to drugs.

He pleaded guilty in August to various drugs offences.

During the sentencing hearing, Hussain's defence said he was 'very sorry' for his actions and had let himself, his wife and young children down.

The Bailiff  Sir Timothy Le Cocq jailed Hussain for seven and half years.

In a statement. Jersey Police confirmed the conviction is part of a wider investigation, with more suspects expected to appear before the court.

Senior Investigating Officer, Detective Inspector Christina Maclennan says this sentence should serve as a deterrent to those who are involved in the importation and supply of controlled drugs in Jersey.

"The States of Jersey Police, along with partners across Government, including Jersey Customs and Immigration, are committed to disrupting such networks, as well as supporting those vulnerable to the harms caused as a result."