Crime | Posted on March 12th, 2026 | return to news

Jail for county lines gang operating in Dorset

The three men, members of an organised crime group, were jailed at Bournemouth Crown Court on 6 March following an investigation.

Members of an organised crime group who were involved in the supply of crack cocaine and heroin in Dorset between July 2022 and January 2023 have been jailed.

The three men, who were from outside of the area, were operating a county line which was based in Bournemouth but dealt drugs across Dorset, London and Scotland.

An investigation was carried out by the Serious Organised Crime Investigation Team to uncover who was behind the drug dealing.

During the investigation, approximately £7,000 worth of Class A drugs were seized.

Sadiq Mohamed, a 37-year-old from Southall in London, played a significant role in the organised crime group. He pleaded guilty to being concerned in the supply of crack and heroin and was later sentenced to seven years in prison.

Cabdi Mohamed, 27, of Aberdeen in Scotland, also played a significant role. He pleaded guilty to being concerned in the supply of crack and heroin and was sentenced to three years and six months in prison.

A third accomplice, 23-year-old Parsa Boustan, of Wandsworth in London, also pleaded guilty to being concerned in the supply of crack and heroin and was jailed for three years.

All three men were sentenced at Bournemouth Crown Court on Friday 6 March 2026.

Detective Constable Ade Stocker, of the Serious Organised Crime Investigation Team, said: “The sentencing of those involved in this county line sends a clear message that this type of criminal activity will not be tolerated in our communities.

“County line operations exploit young and vulnerable people, spreading drugs and violence through our communities and towns. The sentencing reflects the seriousness of these offences and the harm county drug lines can cause.

“Disrupting county lines activity is a priority for us and this result demonstrates the commitment of Dorset Police to protect the public and safeguard those at risk of exploitation.

“I hope this outcome reassures the public that we will continue to pursue those profiting from county line drug dealing. I would like to encourage anyone who has concerns about drug activity or exploitation of others to come forward and report it to us.”

Information can be reported online via the Dorset Police website or by calling 101. If a crime is in progress, always dial 999.