The "intricately planned operation" went array and now three drug-smugglers are in jail. Michael Weston, 57, of no fixed abode, pleaded guilty to conspiracy to supply cocaine on Friday, 15 March 2024 at Snaresbrook Crown Court. He was sentenced to 12 years and nine months in prison. £80m cocaine plot rumbled after gang took advantage of lorry driver’s tea break - A gang of men were spotted removing packages from the vehicle.