A CLOSURE order has been put on a house in Gorsty Avenue, Brockmoor, after complaints about drug dealing and anti-social behaviour.

The notice was issued at Dudley Magistrates Court last Wednesday (August 11) following a raid where police found Class A drugs, weapons and cash.

Five men were arrested and remain on bail as the police investigation continues.

The order prevents anyone, even people who live at the address, from going inside for any reason whatsoever.

Police say they will be keeping a close eye on the property and anyone found breaching the order can be fined or sent to prison.

Sergeant Ross Treacy, from Dudley Police, said: "I know people are worried about drugs and violent crime. I hope what we’ve done so far shows that we are listening and we are taking these concerns seriously.

“Although we’ve shut down the address and have people on bail, I want to make sure that people who live in the area and who are struggling with drug and alcohol addiction get the help they need. We have some great support services here in Dudley."

He said police work closely with Atlantic House Recovery Centre and he urged anyone who is concerned about their drinking or drug use to take a look at their website or give them a call.

Anyone concerned about drug dealing in their area should contact police via live chat at west-midlands.police.uk or call 101.