A county lines drug dealer caught with a knife disguised as a keyring fob has been jailed.

Odyssius Ojo first came to the attention of the police while officers were investigating a specific phone, known as the ‘MB Line’, being used to supply class-A substances across Medway.

While seeking to identify the device’s owner, officers arrested Odyssius Ojo in Snodland on January 23 for a separate matter.

He was searched and found to be in possession of the ‘MB line’ mobile phone and a knife, disguised as a keyring fob.

In interviews, he initially denied any knowledge of the communication device but later agreed he had used it to send messages offering drugs.

Ojo, of no fixed address, was later charged with being concerned in the supply of crack cocaine between December 12, 2023, and January 23, 2024, being concerned in the supply of heroin over the same period, and possession of an offensive weapon in a private place.

He pleaded guilty at Maidstone Crown Court and, on May 20, the 22-year-old was sentenced to two years and nine months’ imprisonment.

Investigating Officer, PC Oliver Matcham, said: “Ojo had a key position in this drug supply network.

As such a prison sentence was the only option and, should he reoffend on his release, he will face a significant jail term.

“Drug dealers promote crime within a community, destroy families and leave lives ruined. They are driven by a desire to make quick money but leave misery in their wake.

“If Ojo returns to dealing on his release from prison, we will be quick to reacquaint ourselves with him.”