Closure order for Eastbourne property

Police have secured a closure order on a flat in Saddlers Mews, Bourne Street, Eastbourne which was linked to several anti-social behaviour, disorder and drug related incidents.

The application for the closure was heard at Brighton Magistrates’ Court on 16 May and was granted in full. As a result, the address was closed on the same day as the court hearing and will remain closed for three months. The occupant was removed by police from the address and left to find alternative accommodation. 

Neighbourhood policing Sergeant Mattie Adam said: “Residents had been subjected to anti-social and violent incidents for several months, and we hope that the effect of the closure order can now give residents much needed respite from the impact and intrusion these incidents have had on their lives”.

“Officers would like to thank residents who reported, and helped cooperate with police throughout”.

“We would always encourage individuals to report anti-social behaviour, reports from the local community help to build a map of crime in localised areas, which assist when handling matters such as court closure orders, as well as our day-to-day patrols.”

If anyone has any concerns or information about anti-social behaviour, report to police online or call 101.