Police serve closure order on problem house

The closure order was due to remain in place until August

Police have served a closure order on a house following concerns about drug use and dealing at the property.

The legal action applies to 11 Southwell Close in March, Cambridgeshire, between 9 May and 9 August.

The order prohibits legal access to everyone at all times, with the exception of those named on the order, including the premises owner, its agents, Fenland District Council and emergency services.

PC Jamie Cole, from Cambridgeshire Police, said: "Following reports of drug use, dealing and its associated anti-social behaviour coming from the address, action had to be taken to support the residents."

Failure to comply with the order would be a criminal offence that could result in imprisonment of up to three months, a fine, or both.

PC Cole added: "I hope this order shows those affected by the issues that we are listening to them.

"We will carry out regular checks to ensure the order is being adhered to, and action will be taken against anyone found to be breaching it."