Summary
Leandra Royer, an aspiring model from New York, was sentenced to over 11 years in prison in the UK for her role in attempting to smuggle cocaine. She was caught in Manchester while trying to collect bags containing over 300 kg of the drug. Due to new UK legal changes, Royer was deported back to the United States after serving 19 months.
Key Facts
- Leandra Royer was promised quick cash to pick up a suitcase in the UK.
- She flew from Los Angeles to Manchester via Düsseldorf, Germany.
- The bags she was supposed to collect contained over 300 kg of cocaine.
- Royer pled guilty to a drug offense and got an 11-year, 8-month sentence.
- Due to changes in UK law, she was deported after serving 19 months.
- The UK law allows early deportation of foreign offenders to save costs.
- Royer now lives in Florida and shares her experience on TikTok.
