A PARTIAL closure order has been granted against a property in Kingsteignton after complaints about drug dealing.

It is now an offence for anyone to enter the Homers Crescent address for a three-month period, expect for those that reside there.

On Monday, April 28, Newton Abbot’s Neighbourhood Policing Team conducted a Misuse of Drugs Act warrant at the property, locating a quantity of class B drugs and other paraphernalia.

Enquiries into the suspected drug offences are ongoing, police say.

On Wednesday, April 30, a Partial Closure Order was obtained from Newton Abbot Magistrates Court and served to the property.

Police had received reports of suspected drug dealing and drug taking happening across all hours of the day at the address.

Concerns for the occupant’s wellbeing, as well as instances of anti-social behaviour were also reported.

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.

‘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.’

Police are urging anyone experiencing similar problems or are experiencing any behaviour that causes distress or has a negative impact on the safety of the community to report it.