A woman living in a Dundee multi has claimed the flats are like a “warzone”, comparing her home to a prison.
Julie Manzie and her partner John Cummings have watched anti-social behaviour spiral out of control at Adamson Court, Lochee, in recent times.
Julie, a former auxiliary nurse, says the trouble has become so bad she has been forced to install a barrier to keep her door shut.
She was glad she did as earlier this month a man tried to force his way into their home and was only stopped by the makeshift lock.
Julie – who moved into Adamson Court nearly five years ago – says it came on the same day as someone defecated on the landing.`
The 44-year-old said: “I just can’t see how this multi can turn this around, it’s like a warzone.
“We are past breaking point with dealing with anti-social problems.
“I’ve seen people using drugs in the close, people defecating, vandalism and the police are never away from here.
‘It was terrifying’
“The incident where the guy tried to force his way in, we didn’t even bother contacting the police – if I’m being honest we didn’t see the point.
“It was terrifying, it happened at 11pm but the guy had reportedly tried a few other doors that day.
“I’ve lived here almost five years and we are on a waiting lists to get moved out but it doesn’t look like that will happen anytime soon.”
The grandmother of five says she has submitted medical forms as recently as this month to try to help her secure a move away.
Lochee housing office closure
She said she previously reported anti-social behaviour to Dundee City Council’s west district housing office in Lochee but it is closed due to coronavirus.
“The frightening thing is most of the problems are being caused by people who live here,” Julie added.
“I don’t keep the best of health and suffer with anxiety because of what is going on.
“The sad thing is, like many of the multis in Dundee there was a waiting list to get into these blocks at one time.
“I realise everyone needs to have a roof over their head but there needs to be a review of the system.
“There should be consideration of the knock-on effect rehousing someone can have on those that already live here.”
A spokeswoman for Dundee City Council said: “Any tenant who has any concerns should contact the appropriate service for advice and/or support which should include the housing service, anti-social behaviour team or Police Scotland.”