A SHEPTON Mallet man has been jailed for possessing drugs with intent to supply.

Aaron Cooper, 30, has been handed a sentence of two years and eight months after admitting charges of possessing cocaine and cannabis with intent to supply, as well as possession of cocaine, at Bristol Crown Court.

He was sentenced last month, on Tuesday, April 23.

When a warrant was carried out at his home, which involved  firearms officers and officers with the patrol and Neighbourhood Policing teams, Cooper fled the property.

A short foot chase took place before he was caught by officers.

Concealed cocaine and cannabis was found at his property, as well as a significant amount of cash.

PC Jamie Rule said: “This operation has resulted in a significant amount of illegal drugs being taken off the streets.

“Drugs have a significant and harmful impact on our communities and we want the public to know we will always take action to keep them safe.

“This prison sentence shows there are consequences for those who chose to engage in this illegal activity.”