Masbrough cannabis dealer sent to prison

Police also seized £17,000 as Sujad Rashid (31), pictured, was arrested during a raid at Colwick Grove in Masbrough.

A further search of Rashid’s home on nearby Clough Street turned up 24 maturing cannabis plants.

He admitted producing the drug with intent to supply at Sheffield Crown Court on May 7.

South Yorkshire Police successfully obtained a forfeiture under the Proceeds of Crime Act a week later for £17,151.38.

Det Sgt Rob Platts, from Rotherham Money Laundering Team, said: “We will not stop in tackling crimes of this nature.

“We will continue to take positive action against anyone suspected of growing cannabis or being involved in any drug-related activity.

“When we catch up with those involved, in addition to the custodial sentences imposed by the courts, we will pursue all avenues to take away any cash and other assets which have come from crime.”