Kwame Giwa, once a rising star in Birmingham's grime scene and a former member of the notorious Get Money Gang, made headlines yet again as he embarked on a daring attempt to evade justice during a routine police stop. The 34-year-old's escapade, which unfolded on a crisp October day last year, culminated in a dramatic chase through the streets of Stafford.
The drama began when Giwa, a passenger in an Audi Q2 SUV, was part of a police stop in Laurel Grove, Stafford. With a desperation born of past run-ins with the law, and knowing that he had something to hide, Giwa sprang into action, determined to outrun the long arm of justice.
As the Audi screeched to a halt and officers approached, Giwa wasted no time in making his daring escape.
He bolted from the vehicle and darted through the streets hoping to evade capture. But the police were hot on his heels, relentlessly pursuing Giwa through back alleys and over garden fences.
Giwa discarded evidence, including a white iPhone, in a futile attempt to throw off his pursuers.
However, the determination of the officers shone through and Giwa proved himself to be no match for the the law enforcement officers that day. Running out of options he found himself apprehended by the officers, his dreams of escape having crashed to the ground.
Subsequent searches of the Audi revealed a disturbing cache of illicit substances, including crack cocaine and heroin, along with a significant sum of cash. It was a stark reminder of Giwa’s entanglement in the murky world of drug trafficking, a world he seemed unable to escape despite numerous run-ins with the law.
But Giwa’s troubles extend far beyond his recent drug bust. In 2011, he was convicted of robbery after orchestrating a terrifying burgulary, during which he threatened a young couple and their toddler in Weoley Castle, Birmingham. The violent incident resulted in the theft of valuable jewelry and earned Giwa a lengthy prison sentence of seven years and ten months.
Even after his release, Giwa continued to court trouble, becoming embroiled in further criminal activities. In 2018, he was recalled to prison for his presence at multiple shootings, a chilling testament to his involvement in Birmingham’s dangerous underworld. Known to the West Midlands Police Gangs Unit as a ‘danger’ and a ‘target for rivals,’ Giwa’s life seemed to be on a repeating loop of crime and incarceration.
Detective Constable Richard Williams, who handled Giwa’s case, emphasized the importance of removing individuals like Giwa from the streets, highlighting the devastating impact of drug trafficking on communities. Williams’ sentiments echoed those of law enforcement agencies across the country, who are committed to combatting organized crime and protecting vulnerable individuals from exploitation.
Giwa’s sentencing serves as a sobering reminder of the consequences of one’s choices and the destructive allure of a life of crime. As he begins his latest stint behind bars, one can’t help but wonder if there’s still hope for redemption and if this will serve as a warning tale.
Jason King
Birmingham City-Desk
Comentários