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10/31/2004 03:25:21 PM · #1

For some reason me and my sister have become the target of some harrassment from the neighbour that lives behind. His dog was in trouble once and I saved it, and instead of a thank you, we just get things thrown at our house. Its scare that people can do this too us and continue to harrass us and there is no way we can even stop it of defend ourselves from it. The police can't do anything. I am just really scared of these people. They are crazy and I am worried what they will do next. Grr

Just ranting and raving lol

pcody

Canon PowerShot G6

10/31/2004 03:28:30 PM · #2

That sounds scary. Hope things work out for you. Maybe a move is in your future?

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10/31/2004 03:30:30 PM · #3

Originally posted by pcody:

That sounds scary. Hope things work out for you. Maybe a move is in your future?

We only moved here in Feb as my sister bought this house. We are not moving nor should we have to really. I am just hoping that these psychos do. But I doubt it lol Its a young area and I think most people around here own their own homes loL I kind of hope they just rent so there might be some chance that they will go lol

ClubJuggle

Canon EOS-400D Rebel XTi

10/31/2004 04:07:09 PM · #4

Can you get a restraining order?

If they are throwing things at your house, I would think that is illegal.

-Terry

Canon EF 17-40mm f/4.0L USM

10/31/2004 04:22:50 PM · #5

Originally posted by ClubJuggle:

Can you get a restraining order?

If they are throwing things at your house, I would think that is illegal.

-Terry

Unfortunatly you can't do anything until they actually break something. Plus its hard to prove who it is (although the first time they throw stuff at the front and back so that one could be proved, as they do live behind). Plus I wonder if they would perhaps get worse if the police did show up on their door. Although I would really love to be able to do something legal wise.

Thanks!

LoudDog

Canon EOS-350D Rebel XT

10/31/2004 05:15:48 PM · #6

Talk to the other neighbors and see what they say about them. Maybe they can answer some questions, or, if there is something to really worry about they will help look out for you.

10/31/2004 05:29:07 PM · #7

Originally posted by louddog:

Talk to the other neighbors and see what they say about them. Maybe they can answer some questions, or, if there is something to really worry about they will help look out for you.

Thanks. I was thinking about that too, well just letting them know whats been happy. Especially because I live in a house which is in a line with 5 other units, with one drive way. Its always possible that they will see something.

I spoke to my sister and she watns to go back to the police now that they did damage her car. Although who really knows if they can do anything yet. Maybe they will want more damage than just to her paint work.

Prof_Fate

10/31/2004 06:08:35 PM · #8

get some evidence on camera, preferably a video camera. get some motion lights at home depot so if at night the camera can see what it needs to tape.

there are laws against littering! harassment, stalking...

throw a big nasty biker beer bash, a weekend long sleep over type of thing. make sure you have the bikers urinate on the neighbors dog, car, bushes, front door...if the neightbors think you are the 'crazy' one they will leave you alone.

10/31/2004 07:45:17 PM · #9

Thanks.

I actually work for a security company that does video security and all of that lol I am not going to spend several hundred or thousand dollars on a new alarm system, but I may take some signage home. Hopefully if they think that we have videos they will leave us alone lol

We do have a motion light at the front.

We are also making sure that we lock both the front door and the security screen. We used to really only do the front door until these attacks started.

I don't think these people want to necesarily physically hurt us, but I do think its good to take extra precausion.

And it is starting to turn into something that is becoming stalker like. They hadn't done anything since the first time (6 weeks ago) and suddeny they did it twice in one weekend for no reason at all.

Like I said we live in a row of 6 houses and we were the only one attacked so we know its personal.

I am scared to even open my bedroom window up that over looks their house, just to let light or fresh air in. They did egg it once.

StevePax

Canon PowerShot S50

10/31/2004 08:08:02 PM · #10

Did you try talking to them? Don't go alone if you're physically scared of them, but it sounds like you have other, more "normal" neighbors that might go with you. A little dialogue can go a long way.

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10/31/2004 08:25:40 PM · #11

Originally posted by StevePax:

The thing is they will not admitt to it. It started after I saw that their dog was in some trouble (it had become entangled and i was worried it would get seriously hurt) and I went and told them, as I could see him out my window.

It started that night so I doubt they will be people that can be talked to. I mean you would think they would be happy that I came to the dogs rescue. I kind of think if we went around pointing fingers it could possibe get a lot worse for us.

They are just weird lol I do appreciate your idea though :)

We don't know why they started up again, we didn't provoke them at all. I seriously do think they are just psycho.

My sister thinks that maybe something happened like perhaps someone complained that their dog was barking, so they thought it was us. Who knows really.

Flash

Nikon D700

10/31/2004 08:41:19 PM · #12

Originally posted by loz1:

This is not a good situation in my opinion. 1st your post leaves with the impression that you and your sister live together in this housing unit. 2nd Your profile indicates that you are 26 and you state further that the area that you live in is "younger". 3rd Your profile lists Australia as where you live.

I am not familiar with Australian law, but seeing as you work for a security company, you are likely as familiar with it as many. You state that "for some reason" you and your sister have become targets. I would try to determine what that reason might be. In the US, 1 in 4 women either have been or will be the victim of an assault. If the perpetrators of this "harassmant" are male, then I would take their actions seriously. In the US, the police are not accountable for protecting citizens (Supreme Court Ruling). Australia may have similar rulings. Citizens should take prudent precautions to insure their safety...at home and while out.

If I were the "target" of harassment intended to intimidate, then I would certainly have a record with the local police of my concern. Should you be forced into a defensive rescue enviornment (self defense), then having a police record of your predator's actions prior to the assault will help justify your actions.

I am not specifically aware of what "tools" for defense that are lawful for you in your country. A small flashlight with a highly intense beam, can be directed at an assailants eyes to cause temporary blindness and allow you a few seconds to escape the area. This may be an option for you and probably available at the security company. Carrying a portable phone may also be prudent, if you do not already do so and coverage is available in your area. A mono-pod (camera support stick) can also serve as an emergency rescue tool, if you are in possession of your camera gear.

Wishing you the very best. Hope it is just a prankster trying to get your attention.

Flash

Canon EF 16-35mm f/2.8L USM

10/31/2004 08:50:20 PM · #13

I think our Australian and American laws are pretty similar.

Well my sister did go to the police station to try and put somethiong down on paper, which they did. They just didnt take her name lol If she goes back tonight they should be able to go back to that record anyway. :)

mrorange002

Canon EOS-5D

10/31/2004 09:02:29 PM · #14

go knock on their door, bring 3 big friends and invite them to dinner. be really polite. insist they come over for dinner or a bbq. be persistant. if that doesn't work, next time you see them outside, get a really crazy look in your eyes and start to talk to yourself really loud and angry like, that should make them think your some kind of wack job, they might leave you alone after that.

David Ey

Nikon D80

Nikon AF Micro-Nikkor 60mm f2.8D

10/31/2004 09:14:54 PM · #15

Maybe if these people knew you were armed they would leave you alone.

jmlelii

Nikon D850

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10/31/2004 11:05:08 PM · #16

I say throw stuff back.