County Lines: Exploitation and Drug Dealing among Urban Street Gangs

by Simon Harding

Described by the National Crime Agency as a ‘significant threat’, county lines involve gangs recruiting vulnerable youth to sell drugs in provincial areas. This phenomenon has impacted local drug markets, increasing criminal activity and violence. Exploring how county lines evolve, Harding reveals extensive criminal exploitation and control in the daily ‘grind’ to sell drugs. Drawing upon extensive interviews and case studies, this timely book gives voice to users and dealers, providing an in-depth analysis of techniques, relationships and ‘trapping’. With county lines now a critical issue for policing and government, this is an invaluable contribution to literature on gangs, youth violence and drugs.

330 pages, Paperback

Published August 5, 2020

Reviews

[Ivy · Rating 5 out of 5]

A deep dive into the world of UK drug crime scene

[Eloise · Rating 3 out of 5]

used for EPQ, easy to understand, really gives you an insight into the drug trade and other crimes relating to it like cuckooing. Very informative.