Could you keep your community safe with by reporting to Crimestoppers?

We're asking for your support to help protect vulnerable people in our communities from County Lines exploitation. Criminal gangs operating County Lines networks often target children, teenagers and vulnerable adults, drawing them into activities that put them at significant risk of harm. This can include moving drugs, money or weapons, often under threat, manipulation or coercion.

What is County Lines?

County Lines is a form of organised crime where drugs are transported across the country, typically using a dedicated mobile phone line.
Those controlling the operation rarely take the risks themselves - instead, they exploit others to do it for them.

Criminals often begin by offering children and vulnerable adults money, gifts or friendship, but this can quickly turn into threats, violence and control.

Signs to look out for

You may notice sudden or unexplained changes, such as:

If something doesn’t feel right, report it.

How you can help

You can share information - no matter how small it may seem - with Crimestoppers, an independent charity. This is 100% anonymous, always. Report it online via crimestoppers-uk.org or call 0800 555 111.

If someone is in immediate danger, always call 999.

For more information on county lines exploitation, please visit Speak up to stop county lines and exploitation | Crimestoppers