Closure order at disorderly property in Strood
A Strood property has been issued with a closure order
A property connected to incidents of violence, suspected drug misuse and anti-social behaviour in Kent has been issued with a closure order.
Kent Police applied for the order at Medway Magistrates' Court following complaints from residents about the premises near Bligh Way.
The order will last for three months and any unauthorised person entering the property during this time risks a fine and a prison sentence.
A sign has been placed on the door with a warning that it is an offence to enter.
"Disorderly households make people’s lives a misery"
Inspector Mick Hayes, of the Medway Community Safety Unit, said:
"Residents have endured disturbances and anti-social behaviour from those frequenting this flat for some time.
"They raised concerns with us, and officers attended to warn the occupant. However, as their behaviour failed to improve, we have now taken steps to remove the problem.
"Our officers along with Medway Council are determined to tackle the blight of disorderly households that make people’s lives a misery."
The closure order used legislation under the Anti-social Behaviour, Crime and Policing Act 2014, and MHS Homes will be taking possession of the premises.