Three Boston shops banned from opening for three months

Three shops in Boston have been closed for three months after police and Trading Standards applied to magistrates. Photo: Google

Three shops in Boston have had three month closure orders imposed on them by magistrates.

Lincolnshire Police and Trading Standards officers attended court on Wednesday, May 15 securing closure orders on the three town premises.

A police spokesman explained the closure orders relate to the alleged sale of illegal tobacco products and vapes amongst other potential offences. They said these remain under investigation by partner agencies while the shops are closed.

The three premises were ordered to close immediately and remain closed for three months. These are said to be Bode, at 92 High Street; Buy4less, 72 Main Ridge East, and World of Fruit & Veg, 143 Windsor Bank, all in Boston.

It is part of an ongoing commitment to tackle the sale of illegal tobacco and vapes and its broader associated criminal activity.

The Inspector for Boston, Insp Ian Cotton commented on the order, saying: “We continue to support Trading Standards in tackling this illegal activity.

"We would encourage people to continue to report suspicious activity around these shops while they remain closed. If anyone is seen within the shops please contact Boston Police, or get in touch via the details below.”

If you have any information on shops that might be selling illegal tobacco or vapes or selling to minors, you are asked to get in touch by calling 101 or report anonymously via CrimeStoppers on 0800 555 111.