Police secure closure order on Eastbourne property linked to ‘anti-social behaviour, disorder and drug related incidents’

A spokesperson for Sussex Police said: “The application for the closure, on a property in Lascelles Terrace, was heard at Brighton Magistrates’ Court on March 25, and was granted in full.

"As a result, the address was closed on the same day as the court hearing and will remain closed for three months.

"The premises; Fairlands Hotel, formerly a hotel, and house in multiple occupation (HMO), was being used in a manner inconsistent with its intended purpose, resulting in criminality, drug use, and high levels of anti-social behaviour.”

Neighbourhood Policing Sergeant Adam added: “Residents in the surrounding area had been subjected to anti-social and violent incidents for several months, officers would like to thank those who reported incidents to police at the time, and hope that this order will offer local communities some respite from recent crime and behaviours in the area.

“Working alongside Eastbourne Borough Council, our thanks are extended to these local authorities for their vital assistance, cooperation and support, which contributed significantly to the closure order.”