County lines drug network dismantled in Didcot as part of joint police operation
A man's been sentenced to five years and seven months in prison at Oxford Crown Court
A joint operation by Thames Valley Police and the Metropolitan Police Service's Operation Orochi has successfully dismantled a county lines drug network in Didcot and the wider South and Vale area.
Ali Abdallah, aged 33 from London, was sentenced to five years and seven months in prison at Oxford Crown Court on 8th May after pleading guilty to multiple charges.
Abdallah admitted to two counts of possession with intent to supply Class A drugs, specifically crack cocaine and heroin, as well as acquiring, using or possessing criminal property. He also faced motoring charges, including driving without a licence and insurance.
Operation Orochi specifically targets organised crime groups distributing Class A drugs from urban centres into county force areas.
Intelligence identified the “JAY” line operating between December 2025 and March 2026, linking Abdallah to the network through phone analysis and vehicle intelligence.
On 8th March, Abdallah was arrested in Didcot, leading to the seizure of multiple mobile phones, £4,750 in cash, drug paraphernalia, and suspected Class A substances.
Further searches in Didcot uncovered additional evidence connecting Abdallah to drug activity.
Detective Inspector Richard Pickering, head of Oxfordshire’s Local Proactive Teams, emphasised the commitment of Thames Valley Police and their partners in tackling county lines operations.
“This operation highlights the continued commitment of Thames Valley Police and our partners to proactively disrupt county lines activity and protect communities from the significant harm caused by organised drug supply,” Pickering said.
Detective Chief Inspector Hailey Panting from the Metropolitan Police reinforced the urgency to address county lines crime, describing its devastating impact on communities and individuals.
“This ongoing work from Met county line teams demonstrates the impact we can have on removing Class A drugs from communities across the UK,” Panting stated.
The coordinated efforts of both police forces underscore their dedication to disrupting drug networks and safeguarding vulnerable individuals affected by associated criminality.