A takeaway on Gladstone Street, Millfield, has been ordered to close for three months after local police expressed concerns about drug dealing and related anti-social behaviour linked to the premises.
Closure granted by magistrates
Peterborough Magistrates' Court issued the closure order on 21 July, applying a measure that will remain in force until 21 October. The action followed an application from the Central Neighbourhood Policing Team, which raised the initial concerns with the court.
The business, known as Bake Me 1, was identified by officers as being connected to suspected drug activity in the area. Court paperwork and police briefings indicate the measure is intended to protect the local community while enquiries continue.
Police comments and ongoing investigation
Officers have underlined the disruptive effect such activity can have on neighbourhoods. In a statement, PC Chris Ogden said:
"Drug dealing and associated anti-social behaviour can cause misery for local communities. Closure orders provide respite for local people who have been affected by these issues. I urge anyone with information about potential breaches to report it to us so we can ensure the order is adhered to and the issues are addressed."
Last year, two local men were arrested on suspicion of being involved in the supply of a controlled drug in connection with the premises. They were released on bail and the investigation remains ongoing.
What this means for residents
Neighbours welcomed decisive action from policing teams but also expressed concern that the problem has been persistent enough to require a court order. The closure gives officers an enforced period in which to tackle the issues and reassess the situation around the property.
- Premises: Bake Me 1
- Address: Gladstone Street, Millfield
- Order length: Three months (until 21 October)
- Reason: Suspected drug dealing and anti-social behaviour
- Issued by: Central Neighbourhood Policing Team via Peterborough Magistrates' Court
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Closure start | 21 July |
| Closure end | 21 October |
| Current status | Order in force; investigation ongoing |
Police have asked anyone with knowledge of possible breaches of the order or further information about related offences to come forward. For residents unsure about how to report concerns, contact information is available via Cambridgeshire Police channels.
This closure forms part of a wider set of powers available to officers to tackle local sources of nuisance and criminality. It provides a temporary pause while investigators continue their work.
