Drug dealer congratulates police after 120 mph chase and huge cocaine seizure

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15 Jul 2025 • 4:39 PM MYT
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  • A drug dealer, David Sherratt, was arrested following a high-speed police pursuit on the M5 and M42 motorways while transporting £1.3 million worth of cocaine.
  • West Midlands police, supported by a helicopter, chased Sherratt's black Peugeot at speeds of 120mph on 17 April before deploying a stinger to halt the vehicle.
  • Officers discovered 36kg of cocaine, with a street value of £1.3 million, concealed in two Sports Direct bags in the car's boot, prompting Sherratt to congratulate them.
  • At Birmingham Crown Court on 7 July, Sherratt received a sentence of 12 years and nine months after pleading guilty to being concerned in the supply of cocaine, possessing the drug with intent to supply, and dangerous driving.
  • Watch the video in full above.

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