A tenant could be forced out of his flat after suspected ecstasy and cannabis was discovered during a raid.

Police will ask magistrates tomorrow if the Maidstone flat can be permanently shut.

At the moment they have an order in place prohibiting anyone but the tenant to enter or leave the flat.

Officers hope this will slash problems for other neighbours near the property in Ragstone Lodge at the junction of Peel Street and Granville Road.

Chief Superintendent Matthew Nix said: "This closure not only stops drugs being sold at this address, but also puts an end to the frequent visitors to the property and the associated anti-social behaviour, which was causing misery for nearby residents.

"This action is a direct result of the police's close working relationship with Maidstone Borough Council and the local community and proves our commitment to react to their needs.

"Should the tenant breach this order, by anyone else attending the flat, he could be liable for up to six months in prison and a fine of £5,000."

Martin Oxley, of Town and Country Housing who own the property, added: "In this case we received a number of complaints from other residents regarding these properties and have worked closely with the police to resolve the problems caused by both alleged drug dealing and anti-social behaviour from frequent visitors to the properties.

"We will continue to work with the police to ensure that any future issues are dealt with."

The flat was raided on Thursday, June 10.

Following this a 23-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of possession of class B drugs and a 35-year-old man was also arrested on suspicion of supplying class B drugs.

Both have been bailed until Monday, June 28.