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A flat in Bolton that was plagued with suspected drug-dealing and anti-social behaviour issues has been served with a full closure order.

Greater Manchester Police said problems had been ongoing at 56 Blackshaw House, a flat on Thornbank North, since around June 2021.

The flat was a 'focal point' for 'serious and persistent' crime, including suspected drug-dealing.

The crime hotspot caused neighbours and residents in the wider community 'considerable distress', police said.

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The crimes left them 'instilled with fear', police added, which 'discouraged them from reporting incidents'.

But over recent months, GMP, Bolton at Home and Bolton Council have worked with courageous residents who agreed to come forward

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