A property closure which was issued in Weston-super-Mare after frequent incidents of crime has been extended.
Magistrates at North Somerset Courthouse approved the police’s application for a temporary closure of an address in Meadow Street in June this year after a number of incidents were reported.
This included drug offences, theft, violence and antisocial behaviour.
A three month extension has now been granted by the court meaning the order will stay in force until December 22, 2020.
In a statement, Avon and Somerset Police said: "Meanwhile, on September 24, a three month full closure order was issued for an address in Manilla Crescent, Weston-Super-Mare.
"The order prevents all access to Flat 1 Folkstone Court, and has been applied for and granted because of the frequency of incidents that have taken place in the property and surrounding area during the past nine months."
These included drug offences, theft, serious assaults, violence and offensive/nuisance behaviour that caused residents and businesses distress.
The police statement said the Weston-super-Mare neighbourhood team had been working alongside the community to tackle antisocial behaviour, and that officers hoped the closure order will have a positive impact and send a message that this type of behaviour will not be tolerated.
Beat Manager Ben Whitby said: “The reports we had from the community helped us collect enough evidence to seek these closure orders from the court. Without them, and other agencies assisting us, it would not have been possible.
“We would urge anyone who is experiencing antisocial behaviour in their area to contact the police.
"Your concerns will be taken seriously and this case shows how positive action can be taken when the community works together.”
If a crime is ongoing, call 999. For non-emergency matters, call 101 or report antisocial behaviour online through Avon and Somerset Police's website.
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