County Lines intensification week

Dear all,

This week is County Lines intensification week.

County lines is the exploitation of young and vulnerable people for the purpose of transporting and selling drugs.

Below are some examples of the signs to spot:

being controlled or moved either as an individual or part of a group

going missing from school, home, or care regularly

a child or young person travelling during school hours or late at night

carrying more than one mobile phone, tablet or having multiple “SIM Cards”

in possession of large quantities of cash or owning expensive items

Below on the poster are more signs to spot.

If you see or suspect anything or for help contact:

999 in an emergency / 101 or online in a non-emergency

Crime Stoppers = 0800 555 111

Modern Slavery & Exploitation Helpline = 0800 121 700 / modernslaveryhelpline.org

Message Sent By
Rhiannon Collins
(Gwent Police, Police Community Support Officer, Caerphilly South Neighbourhood Team)