Last year, The Bell Hotel became the focus of protests after hotel resident Hadush Kebatu sexually assaulted a 14-year-old girl.
All residents at The Bell Hotel in Essex, which has been used to house asylum seekers and was the location of protests last year, have been removed from the property, Epping Forest District Council said.
On Thursday, the council said it was aware the Home Office had vacated all those staying at the hotel and that only security staff remained onsite.
Last year, the location became the focus of protests after hotel resident Hadush Kebatu sexually assaulted a 14-year-old girl.
In a statement, Epping Forest District Council said: “Despite ongoing engagement with the Home Office, we did not know in advance that this was going to happen.
“We are seeking clarification from the Home Office on the details of what has happened and what their next steps will be.”
The Home Office has been contacted for comment.
