Antisocial behaviour disrupted with closure order, Kingsteignton

Devon and Cornwall Police have been successful in obtaining a closure order on a property in Kingsteignton following reports from the community of drug dealing and antisocial behaviour.

On Wednesday 30 April, the Force obtained a three-month partial closure order at a property on Homers Crescent. The order will make it an offence for anyone, other than the named tenants and professionals, to enter the property.

 Police Constable Will Heather, who supported with the activity, said: “We had received reports from the public of suspected drug dealing, drug taking and antisocial behaviour (ASB) happening across all hours of the day at the address. There were also concerns raised for the occupant’s wellbeing.

“All of this was having an overwhelming impact on the local resident’s wellbeing and livelihoods. It was important we took swift action in the interest of keeping everyone safe from further harm.”

The aim of this closure order is to prevent ASB and crime from occurring at this address. Safeguarding referrals have been made to provide supportive intervention. Work is ongoing to ensure future crime prevention. 

Prior to the closure order being granted, a Misuse of Drugs warrant was carried out at the address on Monday 28 April. This resulted in the seizure of suspected class B drug cannabis. Enquiries into the suspected drug offences are ongoing.

PC Heather added: “Thank you to everyone who came forward - we listened to your reports and took action. No one should be made to feel uncomfortable or worried in the area they live.

“I hope this shows people in the community that we are toughening our response to drugs and ASB in response to their concerns.”

If you’re experiencing similar problems or are experiencing any behaviour that causes you distress or has a negative impact on the safety of the community, please report it to the police.

You can report directly on the Devon & Cornwall Police website. If a crime is taking place, call 999.

If you have been affected by crime, please visit victimcare-dc.org to access support services and information on your rights and how to navigate the criminal justice system. You can also call Victim Support on 080816 89111 or Devon and Cornwall Police’s Victim Care Unit on 01392 475900.