The Investigation Room Webinar Series – Episode 5
Data Narratives: Battling County Lines Exploitation

Aired: Wednesday, 3 January 2024

In our first episode for 2024, we delve into the critical aspects of combating County Lines drug dealing and empowering victims—children who are used as drug runners—through data.

Joining our host, Sigal Caspi, is Nick Harvey, a former Detective Inspector with 16 years of experience in the Met Police. In this episode, our goal is to equip investigators and detectives with the knowledge and skills needed to effectively leverage mobile device data in the fight against criminal exploitation.

Our discussion covers the following topics:

• Understanding the Dynamics:
  Unraveling the complexities of urban criminal networks expanding into smaller towns and rural areas, with a focus on County Lines drug dealing.
• Empowering Victims Through Data:
  Demonstrating how investigators can utilize mobile device data to tell the story of exploitation, eliminating the need for victims, particularly children, to speak out against criminal gangs.
• Overcoming Challenges in Judicial Processes:
  Addressing the significant hurdles law enforcement faces when victims are reluctant or unable to attend court and give evidence.
  
  

Why should you watch?

Nick led the County Lines Drug Supply unit for 2.5 years and developed a groundbreaking strategy relying on digital material as the main form of evidence. During that time, the unit managed to arrest and convict over 1000 offenders.

• Learn from 16 years of experience
• Ask Us Anything during the webinar
• Acquire practical strategies for using data to become the voice of the victim
  
  

Who Should Watch?

Investigators and detectives, especially those from drugs/smuggling investigative units, law enforcement professionals, and anyone committed to fighting child exploitation.