A property in Dartford has been hit with a closure order after neighbours were plagued by persistent anti-social behaviour and disorder, including drug misuse.
On Wednesday, October 8, Kent Police successfully applied for the closure of a house on Willow Road at Sevenoaks Magistrates' Court.
The order will be in place for three months. During this time, any unauthorised person entering the property risks a fine or prison sentence.
Officers have ensured that the local-authority-owned property was empty and have now secured it. A sign has been placed on the door with a warning that it is an offence to enter.
Police Sergeant Rob Wilkinson said: “Residents and visitors to the area have suffered anti-social behaviour and incidents of disorder involving those using this premises for some