Bianca Freeman-Blakeborough, a mother of two, was sentenced to nine years in prison for managing a heroin and cocaine distribution line. The operation, which ran over nine months, saw up to 6.8 kilos of drugs distributed and almost £680,000 in revenue generated.

Bianca Freeman-Blakeborough was arrested at her home in Middleton earlier this year. The police seized two mobile phones, one linked to the drug operation and her personal device. Evidence included messages from her father who referred to the drug trade as her 'business.'

Bianca Freeman-Blakeborough pleaded guilty to her involvement in the supply of heroin and crack cocaine. The judge described her and her family as a 'family of drug dealing criminals.'

Katy Laverty, the prosecutor, outlined that the drugs were distributed across north Manchester. Analysis of phone data showed that between August last year and May this year, bulk messages were sent to potential buyers, with over 7,547 responses received during the investigation.

Bianca Freeman-Blakeborough's custody image(Image: GMP)

Upon arrest, various items were discovered in her possession, including a designer handbag, cash, and paraphernalia related to drug distribution. Messages from her father alluded to her control over the drug line and her influence within their circle.

Bianca Freeman-Blakeborough has prior convictions for drug-related offenses. Her lawyer, Ellen Shaw, highlighted her client's drug problem and noted that she is receiving therapy while in custody. Bianca Freeman-Blakeborough was characterized as someone growing up in a criminal environment and accepting of it as her reality.

Bianca Freeman-Blakeborough(Image: Facebook)

Judge Recorder Andrew Long expressed the view that Bianca Freeman-Blakeborough and her family were entrenched in criminal activities. However, he acknowledged her efforts to change while in custody. The court concluded there were no assets available from her activities to confiscate under the Proceeds of Crime Act.

Bianca Freeman-Blakeborough, who resided on Burnside Crescent, has shown determination to reform while serving her sentence.