Police slap Fleetwood flat with closure order to give residents 'respite' from crime and disturbance
“We hope this action reassures residents that their concerns are being heard”
Fleetwood Police have slapped a property with a closure order after it was linked to criminal activity including drug dealing.
One of four flats at the terraced house in Balmoral Terrance, Fleetwood has been ordered to close for three months.
Fleetwood Police successfully secured the order at Preston Magistrates’ Court on August 25 under the section 80 of the Anti-social behaviour, crime and policing act 2014.
It comes after the flat was linked to criminal activity such as drug dealing and anti-social behaviour, including noise nuisance and disturbing neighbours.
Sgt Andy Ward of the Fleetwood Neighbourhood Policing Team said:
“Through the Prosper Partnership, we have been working closely with partners and the local community to take action on this address. I hope that this closure order offers respite for neighbours, as everyone deserves to live safely and peacefully in their own home without having to endure ongoing disruption, crime or anti-social behaviour.
The order bans anyone from entering the property until November 2026, with the exception of the premises owner and their agents.
It is a criminal offence to enter the property without reasonable excuse and anyone seen at the property will be arrested, potentially facing a fine or imprisonment.
“We hope this action reassures residents that their concerns are being heard, and that we will continue to take robust action to protect our communities,” added Sgt Ward.
Op Centurion is a county-wide crackdown on anti-social behaviour, led by Lancashire Constabulary and backed by the Police and Crime Commissioner Clive Grunshaw. You can report anti-social behaviour concerns to Lancashire Police by calling 101 or via their website https://www.lancashire.police.uk/ro/report/