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Flats partially closed over behaviour and drug fears

Helen Burchell
Google Henry Court is a modern redbrick building with an arched entrance and stairs leading to the upper floors. There are some cars parked at the front.Google
Henry Court will be partially closed until the middle of August

A block of flats has been partially closed by police amid concerns about anti-social behaviour and drug use.

Cambridgeshire Police obtained a court order covering Henry Court in Millfield, Peterborough, which will be in place until 14 August.

It covers many of the communal areas around the flats and means access is prohibited to anyone other than lawful tenants and their visitors, landlords and emergency service personnel.

Police said failure to comply with the order was a criminal offence which could result in imprisonment of up to three months, a fine, or both.

Cambs Police A police closure notice is taped to a utilities cupboard on a brick wall. There are steps in the background.Cambs Police
Closure notices have been placed in communal areas

The closure order was applied for after frequent reports of anti-social behaviour and drug misuse in the area, police said.

"Since starting my role, this area has been a concern due to the significant impact the actions of those causing the issues are having on the residents," PC Kirsten Hay said.

"I hope this order shows the local community that we remain dedicated to tackling their concerns, and anyone with information about breaches are to report to us so we can take action."

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