County Lines Drug Dealing: Children's Trauma & Government Action

Todays podcast delves into the devastating long-term impact of county lines drug dealing on children and young people, with new figures showing a persistent problem. Authorities have identified this issue for a decade, highlighting the exploitation of vulnerable youth. Recent crackdowns resulted in over three thousand referrals to support services and around one thousand two hundred arrests. Former child runners like Lucy share harrowing experiences, including trauma, mental health issues, and constant fear. The government is taking action with new laws targeting criminal exploitation, aiming to increase convictions and deter gangs. Despite less public attention, the fight against county lines remains a major focus for law enforcement. The Daily News Now! — Every city. Every story. AI-powered. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.