Taxi drivers are also urged to be vigilant
People using public transport over the festive period have been urged to keep an eye out for vulnerable youngsters who could be under the exploitation of drugs gangs. Young people in the grip of County Lines criminals regularly use trains and buses to travel from Nottingham to other parts of the country to sell drugs, Nottinghamshire Police said.
Detective Chief Inspector Les Carlton, of Nottinghamshire Police, said: “On a county line young people who are being exploited to deal drugs travel by public transport and by taxi to different areas outside of Nottinghamshire to sell drugs for the line. “Christmas is traditionally a very busy time on public transport, with more people using buses and trains. I would urge those people to be vigilant. If you feel like there’s something suspicious about another passenger, or you’re concerned that a young person is travelling on their own, please contact the police. Always report anything suspicious – it is key to getting that message about County Lines out there.
“We look to identify and safeguard vulnerable young people who are potentially victims of criminal exploitation. The hope is that, by engaging with young people involved in this type of criminality, it will help them break away from the influence of other gang members, where they may feel pressured into transporting drugs for them.
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