Kent Lorry Driver Seized with £3M in Drugs Pursuit of Higher Pay
A Kent lorry driver has been sentenced to 13 years in prison for attempting to smuggle nearly £3 million worth of heroin into the UK. Tibor Dobos, a 54-year-old from Hungary, was apprehended at Dover while carrying 29kg of the drug, which is valued at £2.9 million on the street.
Details of the Smuggling Operation
The incident occurred on July 28, 2022, when Dobos was intercepted as he entered the country. A subsequent investigation by the National Crime Agency (NCA) uncovered evidence of his dealings with an organized crime group. Messages found on his phone revealed his intention to smuggle a larger quantity—60kg—of heroin, nearly double what he ultimately transported.
Evidence Against Dobos
- Dobos’ fingerprints were found on boxes concealing the heroin.
- He sent messages about the size of the drug packages and available space in his vehicle.
- He claimed to be transporting cigarettes, whiskey, and tins of fish, but the jury dismissed this explanation.
Paul Jones, the NCA operations manager, commented on the case, stating that Dobos was motivated by greed. According to Jones, he showed no regard for the harm caused by Class A drugs in communities.
Conclusion
Dobos’s conviction highlights the ongoing challenges in combating drug smuggling in the UK. The NCA continues to work in collaboration with national and international partners to tackle the pressing issue of Class A drug trafficking.
