Scots drug trafficker who was 'tech expert' to gangsters hit with crime ban

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A convicted drug trafficker who set himself up as a "tech expert" for gangsters has been hit with a crime order to thwart his involvement in the underworld.Ian Sweeney, 53, was jailed for two years at the High Court in Glasgow on October 15 after he admitted being involved in serious organised crime and being concerned in the supply of controlled drugs, including cocaine and cannabis between March and May 2020.

Sweeney, of Salsburgh in North Lanarkshire, raked in a fortune for offering advice and equipment to undwerworld figures that allowed them to sweep cars and properties for bugs planted by crimebusters.He also shared details of how criminal gangs could adapt vehicles to incorporate hidden compartments, known as "hides" and used to secretly transport drugs.

His crimes were unravelled by cops when officers discovered he was using the handle “Bug-sweep” on the EncroChat messaging platform and was in contact with over 100 members of organised crime groups.Get the latest news sent straight to your messages by joining our WhatsApp community today.You'll receive daily updates on breaking news as well as the top headlines across Scotland.No one will be able to see who is signed up and no one can send messages except the Daily Record team.All you have to do is click here if you're on mobile, select 'Join Community' and you're in!If you're on a desktop, simply scan the QR code above with your phone and click 'Join Community'.We also treat our community members to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners.

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