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07
Sept 2020
Over 160 drug arrests in Harrogate district so far this year
A total of 166 drug arrests were made in the Harrogate district between January and July this year. North Yorkshire police said it is committed to continue its drive to tackle the issues caused by county lines drugs.
The arrests include all drug offences, other than drug driving. Across the whole of North Yorkshire there were 808 arrests and the Harrogate district ranked the third highest area for arrests.
County lines is a serious issue for the police in Harrogate - which now has one of three dedicated teams in the county.
This form of organised crime sees drug dealers from more urban areas exploit vulnerable people, including children, and force them to deal drugs in smaller towns and cities.
Acting Superintendent Andrew Colbourne of Harrogate, said:
The Stray Ferret has previously reported on police raids in an attempt to combat drug crime. In March we reported on parent's concerns about how easy it was for their children to get access to drugs.
Superintendent Colbourne, added:
Read more:
- What is county lines and what are the warning signs for parents?
- Lockdown blamed for the increase in recreational drug use in Harrogate.
The police said the public can offer vital information that results in arrests. Any suspicions involving exploitation or drug dealing should be reported to the police or Crimestoppers.
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