Rhys Lewis. Picture: Gwent Police (Image: Gwent Police)
A DRUG dealer trafficking cocaine in the Gwent Valleys was caught with more than £11,000 in cash when police raided his home.
Rhys Lewis, 30, was jailed at Newport Crown Court after pleading guilty to being concerned in the supply of the class A drug.
The offence took place between August 1, 2021 and October 20, 2022.
Lewis, of Cae Glas Newydd, Fochriw, Caerphilly also admitted possession of criminal property by having £11,700 cash.
The defendant was told he would serve half of his 42-month prison sentence in custody before being released on licence.
He is also due to face a proceeds of crime hearing.
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