‘UNACCEPTABLE’ – a shop in Coventry which illegally sold alcohol and tobacco to children has had its closure extended by another three months.
Following an application by West Midlands Police, Sol’s newsagents in Longford was closed for three months in December last year.
The force has succeeded in its application to extend the closure for another three months.
Until May 24, it remains an offence for anyone not specifically named by the order to set foot in the premises.
The closure order was secured against Sol’s following concerns around alcohol, tobacco and other items being sold to children.
As a result, Coventry Police worked with Coventry City Council to take enforcement action.
Coventry North East Inspector Gemma Marston said: “This premises has been a repeated cause for concern from people in the area and we are pleased to have extended the closure.
“All business owners and managers should take steps to ensure they abide by the laws and licensing regulations.
“Selling vapes and alcohol to children is unacceptable and we will continue to take action against premises where this is known to take place.
“If you have concerns about this kind of activity where you live, let us know and we will work with partners to ensure action is taken.”
Report concerns about similar activity to police via the Live Chat facility at www.westmidlands.police.uk, or by calling 101.
