Prolific county lines drug dealers behind bars

Adrece Hussain, 27, of Eastbourne Road in Hounslow, was sentenced to five years, six months and one day, after he pleaded guilty to being concerned in the supply of heroin and crack cocaine, and the acquired use or possession of criminal property.  

Connor Woodburn-Hall, 28, of Lionel Road North in Hounslow, was sentenced to five years and two months, after he pleaded guilty to being concerned in the supply of heroin and crack cocaine, and the acquired use or possession of criminal property. 

The duo had previously run the ‘Bobby’ line and were sentenced in 2021. After their release at the end of 2024, the line became active once again.  

Thanks to data work carried out on the pair’s phones following their arrests in March, officers were able to capture bulk marketing messages linked to the supply of drugs, mainly heroin and crack cocaine.  

Further work carried out by the Force’s County Line Drugs proactive team was able to pinpoint the drugs line phone and link it to the personal phones of both individuals.  

PC Tori Hall, who investigated the case, said: "Hussain and Woodburn-Hall led a criminal lifestyle where they profited from the supply of crack cocaine and heroin. The pair continued that lifestyle as soon as they were out of prison, and started dealing again. This sentencing reflects the hard work that has gone into the investigation." 

She continued: “As a Force we remain committed to disrupting drug-related offences and arresting those committing them. We know the impact that drugs can have on the community, in particular the exploitation of the vulnerable for the benefit of criminals. We thank the community for their support in reporting drug supply activity to police so we can take action.” 

What are the signs of potential drug dealing? 

- Lots of visitors who don’t stay very long and arrive at all times of the day and night. 

- People waiting in cars outside particular properties, exchanging small packets or cash. 

- Lots of visitors bringing items such as T.V's or bikes but leaving empty handed. 

- Lone or vulnerable neighbours suddenly having groups of young men living at their address. 

How can you help? Let us know when reporting this: 

- The time, date and place 

- Vehicle registrations and the make, model and colour 

- Descriptions of people and details of what they were doing 

- What direction are they travelling to and from 

- How many times you have seen them, – is it always at the same time of day? 

Don’t put yourself at risk while gathering this information. Please always pass the information to the police and do not confront or approach suspected drug dealers.