Three years behind bars for Buxton man found with Class A drugs and a knife

A Buxton resident has been jailed for 3 years 4 months after being convicted of possession of a controlled drug with intent to supply and having a bladed or sharply pointed article in a public place.
By Lucy Ball
Published 20th Feb 2021, 08:47 BST
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Anthony Edgerton was arrested by officers on Lightwood Road, Buxton, after information was provided by a member of the public. Following swift action and a joint effort by Buxton Response and Buxton Safer Neighbourhood Team, The 42-year-old was found in possession of a large quantity of Class A drugs and a Knife.

Edgerton, of Eagle Parade, Buxton appeared at Derby Crown Court where he was sentenced to 3 years and 4 Months in prison for possession of the drugs with intent to supply and possession of the bladed article.

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Officer in the Case PC Lomas, said: “The incident involving Edgerton is an example of how we are dedicated to ensuring our communities are kept safe. Removing these types of drugs and weapons from Buxton is another step forward in safe guarding the High Peak from organised criminal activity.

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Anthony Edgerton, of Eagle Parade, Buxton appeared at Derby Crown Court where he was sentenced to 3 years and 4 Months in prison for possession of the drugs with intent to supply and possession of the bladed article.Anthony Edgerton, of Eagle Parade, Buxton appeared at Derby Crown Court where he was sentenced to 3 years and 4 Months in prison for possession of the drugs with intent to supply and possession of the bladed article.
Anthony Edgerton, of Eagle Parade, Buxton appeared at Derby Crown Court where he was sentenced to 3 years and 4 Months in prison for possession of the drugs with intent to supply and possession of the bladed article.

"Drugs have a devastating impact on individual lives along with being a blight on our communities. We will continue to work hard to disrupt and dismantle this activity in Buxton and we are pleased to see the courts have taken action against this individual.

"We hope it sends a clear message that, in the High Peak, if you wish to commit crime we will investigate the matter robustly and look to prosecute you to the fullest extent of the law in order to safeguard everyone from these types of offences.”