Nottingham – A problem property that had become a magnet for drug dealing and antisocial behaviour has been shut down.
Nottinghamshire Police and Nottingham City Council have worked in partnership to secure the closure order on 18 Vincent Gardens, Hyson Green, following a string of complaints from neighbours.
The property was boarded up on 7 October after an order was granted at Nottingham Magistrates’ Court.
The closure lasts for three months and prohibits any persons from entering the property, including the current occupant.
If an individual breaches the order, they would be committing an offence and be liable to imprisonment and/or a fine.
An application to shut the property was submitted by the council, supported by Nottinghamshire Police.
Action was taken after neighbours reported suspected drug dealing on a regular basis and individuals behaving in an antisocial manner.
PC Brendan Farrell, of the City Central neighbourhood policing team, said:
“Property closures are a very effective way for us to clamp down on the kind of antisocial behaviour that causes such distress to local residents.
“Since this closure order was granted, we have had no further significant complaints at this location. This closure order has really made a difference to the lives of local people, and we certainly won’t hesitate to take similar action in the future.
“I would also like to encourage all local residents to tell us about things that are concerning them in their community. We will listen and, where possible, we will take action to help.”
Neighbourhood Inspector Liz Gaskin said the closure demonstrated her team’s commitment to clamping down on antisocial behaviour, which remains a key local policing priority in Hyson Green.
She said:
“Neighbouring residents endured month after month of misery at the hands of the occupant and their numerous visitors, and we were simply not prepared to allow the situation to continue.
“This kind of antisocial and criminal behaviour is a blight on our community and will not be tolerated by Nottinghamshire Police.
“Working with our partners in the local council, we will continue to take robust action against people who treat their neighbours with such contempt, and I encourage anyone with similar concerns to get in touch so we can help them.”
James Douglas, Head of Community Protection at Nottingham City Council, added:
“This property and those visiting it have made life a misery for the local community, but with the invaluable support of our partners at Nottinghamshire Police and working alongside residents, we’ve been able to shut this property down and give the area back to the local community.
“This is another great example of how the council and police are working together with local residents to tackle issues affecting their local communities.
“This sort of behaviour has no place in Nottingham, and we will continue to work with partners to reduce antisocial behaviour and crime in our communities.”
Anyone with any concerns about suspected drug supply or antisocial behaviour in their area should report them to Nottinghamshire Police on 101 or, in an emergency, dial 999.
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