Drug Use and Drug Dealing
Drug Use and Drug Dealing is a Criminal Offence
If you witness drug use or drug dealing, you should report it to the police immediately, especially if you’re worried about your safety or the safety of others.
In an emergency, call 999.
For non-emergencies, call 101 or use the police’s online reporting service.
Let Us Know
Once you’ve reported the incident to the police, please contact us with:
> A brief description of what happened
> The police incident number
> The name of the officer dealing with the case (if known)
We’ll review the information and let you know if we’re able to take any further action.
Want to Report Anonymously?
You can report criminal behaviour anonymously by contacting Crimestoppers:
Visit Crimestoppers website: Crimestoppers UK
Call 0800 555 111
Keep a Record
If the behaviour is ongoing, please complete our Incident Log Sheet with:
> Dates and times of each incident
> What happened
> How it affected you
Send the completed log to us so we can assess the situation and decide on next steps
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Cuckooing – What It Is and What to Do
What Is Cuckooing?
Cuckooing is when a drug gang or dealer takes over someone’s home - usually a vulnerable adult’s to use it for criminal activity, such as storing, producing, or selling drugs.
Gangs often target people who are struggling, using threats or manipulation to avoid being caught by the police. Cuckooing is often linked to county lines crime, where gangs exploit children and vulnerable adults.
Who Is Most at Risk?
People who may be targeted include:
> Those with drug or alcohol addiction
> People struggling financially
> Older adults
> People with mental health issues
> People with learning disabilities
What should you do if you think someone is being cuckooed:
Call the police on 101
Or report anonymously to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111
If you are a victim of cuckooing:
Speak to someone you trust—a family member, friend, or the police
You are not alone, and help is available
