A HOUSE being repeatedly taken over by drug use and dealing has been partially sealed by order of a magistrates' judge – after neighbours raised concerns to the police.
The order on a house on Bradley Road, Slough was granted on Wednesday, December 3, by Reading Magistrates' Court under Section 80 of the Anti-Social Behaviour, Crime and Disorder Act 2014.
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Police applied for the order against the property following complaints of drugs use and drug dealing.
The partial closure prevents anyone other than the specified persons listed on the order from entering the property for a period of three months.
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Anyone who enters the house will commit an offence and would be liable on summary conviction to imprisonment, a fine, or both.
PC Crossman, who coordinated the operation to close down the address said; "The tenant was aware of our concerns but had refused offers of help, leaving us with no option but to apply for a closure order.
"We are extremely grateful to local residents whose evidence supported our application. The testimonies they provided us were vital to show the court the impact the occupant's behaviour was having on the area."
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