Wolverhampton house shut down for three months after reports of drug use and disorder
West Midlands Police secured a closure order on the property in Kent Road, Ettingshall
A house in Wolverhampton has been shut down for three months following repeated reports of drug use and anti-social behaviour.
West Midlands Police secured a closure order on the property in Kent Road, Ettingshall, after residents raised concerns about ongoing disorder linked to the address.
Officers said the behaviour had been causing worry and disruption to people living nearby, with arrests made and investigations continuing.
PC Dan Wood, the area's dedicated neighbourhood officer, began investigating the complaints and worked alongside the force's legal services team and the local authority to gather evidence.
The closure order was enforced by officers on Wednesday, November 11, following a court application.
It prevents anyone other than those named in the order, council and Wolverhampton Homes workers, and emergency services personnel from entering or remaining at the property for three months.
Anyone breaching the order could face arrest and, if convicted, imprisonment or a fine.
Police have also increased foot and vehicle patrols in the area to reassure residents and tackle further incidents.
Sgt Marc Buller, from Ettingshall Police, said: "By obtaining this closure order we are aiming to end the drug use and anti-social behaviour, which have no place here.
"If you spot any anti-social behaviour in your area, please report this into us."