Former Greater Manchester Detective Jailed for Stealing Cocaine

In the UK, Andrew Talbot, a former detective constable for Greater Manchester Police, was sentenced to 19 years in prison after committing a serious offense involving illegal drug activities. He stole over 4 kilograms of cocaine from police storage, an act captured on CCTV. During the investigation, it was revealed that he had sold the stolen drugs to criminals, earning more than £400,000. His actions included searching police systems for accomplices to facilitate his illegal trade. The case was escalated when a bag of cocaine fell from his pocket outside his daughter’s school, leading to his arrest. The incident has highlighted issues concerning police integrity and the potential for corruption within law enforcement agencies.