The tranquil life of Mr. Xu, a 63-year-old private hire vehicle driver, turned into a living nightmare as he claimed to be forced to sleep in his car every night due to incessant disturbances caused by his neighbour.
The startling revelation of a gaping 8cm hole in his wall, plugged with tissue, serves as evidence to the alleged torment he endured for two long years, according to a report by Shin Min Daily News.
Neighbour From Hell
Living in Block 44 Beo Crescent near Tiong Bahru, Mr. Xu narrates a distressing tale of relentless knocking that escalated into hammer-like sounds echoing between his bedroom and living room walls.
This disturbing pattern not only affected Mr. Xu’s physical health but also took a toll on his wife’s mental well-being, pushing them to a breaking point.
The neighbour’s initially hand-knocking on the wall evolved into disturbing hammer-like sounds, causing fear and anxiety for the couple.
Despite attempts to confront the neighbour, known for his fierce demeanor, Mr. Xu found himself tolerating the behavior out of fear.
Tolerating the Behavior Due to Fear
The emotional stress endured over two years led to anxiety, impacting Mr. Xu’s weight and, consequently, his ability to drive during the daytime, as he shared that he had lost 6kg as a result.
The relentless disturbances also affected Mrs. Xu, aggravating her existing mental health problems and diminishing her willingness to interact with others.
Mrs. Xu’s mental health deteriorated, with her resorting to hiding in a corner with earphones to escape the distressing sounds.
The Breaking Point
The breaking point occurred on October 16, 2023, when the neighbour’s incessant knocking lasted for four hours, leading to Mr. Xu’s emergency hospital visit.
Experiencing physical distress, Mr. Xu sought medical attention, prompting the decision to vacate their flat for their well-being.
Faced with the unbearable situation, the couple made the difficult decision to abandon their home, with Mr. Xu resorting to sleeping in his car.
Upon Mrs. Xu’s return, an 8cm hole in the living room wall and scattered plaster added a shocking dimension to the already distressing situation.
The discovery of urine in the living room raised further concerns, suggesting an escalation of the neighbour’s aggressive behavior.
Despite Mr. Xu’s numerous pleas for assistance to HDB and the police, the lack of cooperation from the neighbour hindered any effective resolution.
The Neighbor’s Aggressive Behavior
A SMDN eporter’s attempt to engage the neighbour resulted in aggression, including an alleged spitting incident, emphasizing the neighbour’s confrontational demeanor.
The aggressive response from the neighbour, including an alleged attempt to spit at the reporter, showcases the severity of the situation.
Numerous attempts to seek help from HDB and the police proved futile as the neighbour consistently refused to open his door.
The neighbour’s refusal to participate in mediation further complicated the legal process, leaving Mr. Xu with limited options for resolution.
Images source: Shin Min Daily News and Google Maps