Crimestoppers Wales Manager appears on Channel 4 News item about use of vapes to exploit children

Hayley Fry, our manager in Wales, was interviewed for a recent Channel 4 News in-depth investigation into how vapes are being used to exploit children, and force them to commit crimes on behalf of the adults who illegally supply them with these vapes.

The item also featured interviews with Nazir Afzal, the former Chief Crown Prosecutor for north west England, and Dame Rachel De Souza, the Children’s Commissioner for England.

Watch the item here

 Or view it on YouTube. Hayley first appears about 3 minutes into the piece.

Hayley said:

"The exploitation of young people is a very real and growing issue. Criminal gangs are constantly adapting their methods, and we are now seeing them use products like vapes as a way to target and exploit young people.

"When it comes to hidden harm, it is always difficult to judge the true scale of the risk. That is why raising awareness is so important. By highlighting these dangers, we can help the public understand what to look out for and encourage them to reach out to our charity if they are concerned about a young person being exploited."

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(With thanks to Channel 4 News.)

18 June 2026