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Drill Rapper Digga D Sentenced to Nearly Four Years for Cannabis Supply

The 24-year-old artist, Rhys Herbert, was convicted of supplying 45kg of cannabis after being arrested during an Instagram livestream.

  • Digga D, real name Rhys Herbert, was sentenced to three years and 11 months for supplying 45kg of cannabis, with half the term to be served in custody.
  • The rapper was arrested in February 2024 near Lincoln while livestreaming on Instagram, leading to a detailed investigation of his involvement in drug supply.
  • Prosecutors alleged Herbert was linked to the supply of up to 60kg of cannabis, though the court determined he was directly responsible for 50.65kg.
  • Herbert has six prior convictions for 13 offenses, including possession of a blade and violent disorder, though this marks his first drug-related conviction.
  • A letter from Herbert's mother revealed he has been reading the Bible daily and expressed remorse during his time in custody at HMP Wormwood Scrubs.
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