Young Merseyside Man Jailed for Peddling Crack and Heroin
A 21-year-old drug dealer, Lethobo Sithole, has been sentenced to four years behind bars for supplying Class A drugs in Merseyside. He was caught dealing crack cocaine and heroin as part of the ongoing crackdown on County Lines drug networks.
Police Nab Sithole During Birkenhead Raid
Officers raided a Birkenhead address on January 19 linked to other drug offences but found Sithole at the scene. They seized his mobile phone, which revealed his role in the supply and sale of the deadly drugs. Sithole was arrested and later charged with Class A drug offences.
Project Medusa Strikes Against County Lines
Detective Inspector Gary Stratton praised Project Medusa—the cross-force operation targeting organised crime and drug runners. He warned: “This sentence sends a strong message that we are relentless in removing dealers like Sithole from our streets. These drugs ruin lives.”
Police Plead for Public’s Help
Law enforcement is ramping up efforts to smash County Lines gangs exploiting vulnerable people. DI Stratton urged anyone with info to step forward. You can contact Merseyside Police on Twitter @MerPolCC, phone Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111, or call 999 in an emergency. The fight against drug crime is on – and police want the public on their side.
