County Lines Drug Dealer Busted in Tunbridge Wells with Stash of Heroin and Crack

Massive Drug Haul from Street Dealer

Police swooped on a suspected county lines drug dealer in Tunbridge Wells, seizing drugs, phones, and a stab vest. Officers recovered at least 20 street deals packed with heroin and crack cocaine during a targeted crackdown by the County Line and Gangs team.

Suspicious Behaviour Sparks Arrest

The suspect was stopped around 2pm on Tuesday, 11 April 2023, after reports of suspicious activity on Sandhurst Road. Searches revealed two mobile phones and a protective stab vest, adding weight to the case.

Suspect Charged and Remanded

Tylah Simms, 21, of no fixed address, was taken into custody and charged with two counts of possessing Class A drugs with intent to supply, plus two counts of involvement in drug supply. He appeared at Medway Magistrates’ Court the next day and was remanded in custody. Simms faces his next hearing at maidstone/" title="Maidstone" data-wpil-keyword-link="linked">Maidstone Crown Court on 10 May.

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