My fence posts and panels removed.

Bendy_House

Broomstick said:

I wonder if it would it be worth contacting your surgery or 111 for advice (even though you know what they'll say) just to have the event recorded medically on your initiative.  Take a picture of your cut arm and any bruises that appear as well. 

Hopefully, things can be resolved in a civilised manner but it may also make sense to start keeping a diary of events and what is said, just in case things get more difficult.  It's easier to keep a diary as things happen rather than try to reconstruct one much later.

Also, it occurred to me whether your violent neighbour has acquired some sort of legal power in his own right?  Does your ex-neighbour have relations?  Was the neighbour who assaulted you close to your ex-neighbour?  Is there any chance she could have given him powers of attorney (cf 'an advocate had been appointed') or be making a bequest to him?  Is his solicitor daughter involved? 

His behaviour seems very defensive and odd somehow - more than just someone who's made a mistake and accidentally overstepped their alleged responsibilities of supervising some work.  In my opinion something doesn't sit quite right. 

My concern entirely, Broomstick.

Duckingbells, janbeno! I have said a few times on here to not be concerned about approaching neighbours who simply do need to be talked to, as 'what can they do?!' Gulp - I might not give that advice again.

(I have to say, I thought it was bad enough that he shoved a guy over, but then you mentioned your 'husband', so assuming you are female, this is doubly-bad. That's one area where 'equality' can take a hike.)

How on earth did this person get power of attorney - if they have - and who else is included? Is it a case of a min of three people are required, or one being a solicitor?

Janbeno, can I suggest that you also bring up how frenetic this neighbour's actions have been for some while in regards to this house? Do explain what has happened with your boundary fence, and that they did this when you were away. You find their behaviour not at all of a person who has the best interests of the neighbour at heart. Their behaviour seems almost obsessive, and you therefore have concerns that they may be acting in their own best interests instead. Just plant that concern now, and make sure the PC writes it down, because taking advantage of being a PoA is a very serious matter. And, if not actually included as a PoA - not sure what an 'advocate' is - their behaviour is not one of 'just trying to help'. As it is, this twit's actions have almost certainly scuppered the chances of a quick sale, if that is what they were hoping for.

Explain to the PC that you had asked this person for the name of the solicitor acting on behalf of your neighbour, but he refused. And if you suspect the dramatic change in behaviour could have been triggered by this perfectly reasonable request, then I would consider that very concerning indeed.

Is the house up for sale yet? If it is, then I'd email - so provable communication - the EA and make it clear that there is a recent and unresolved dispute between you and this property, due to the actions of someone acting on their behalf. Ask for acknowledgement of this email.

Are you going to press charges? You absolutely should if you consider it the right thing to do. Your call, but I have to say I think not allowing the ambulance to be called was a mistake - to black out after a blow or fall is a real concern, and should have a professional to hand in order to be checked over. Not wanting to make a fuss is a poor excuse - assuming that was your reasoning. Ditto for this assault - don't do anyone a favour by not, again, wishing to make a fuss. This guy's behaviour has been unacceptable for a while, now, and he frankly doesn't deserve to get away with it. And, if his daughter is a solicitor, you can bet they'll be trying everything to get away with it, and not do the right thing. Expect a lot of BS about his version of events.

But, your call.

Lawdie - I hope you are ok.

greensalad

Do any of your neighbours have Ring doorbells or similar that may have seen the assault?

Apodemus

Broomstick said:

Hopefully, things can be resolved in a civilised manner... 

This went beyond civilised when the assault happened.  Indeed, in the eyes of the law, it potentially also moved from civil to criminal.  

Broomstick

Apodemus said:

Broomstick said:

Hopefully, things can be resolved in a civilised manner... 

This went beyond civilised when the assault happened.  Indeed, in the eyes of the law, it potentially also moved from civil to criminal.  

Good point.  Thanks.

getmore4less

Bendy_House said:

Broomstick said:

I wonder if it would it be worth contacting your surgery or 111 for advice (even though you know what they'll say) just to have the event recorded medically on your initiative.  Take a picture of your cut arm and any bruises that appear as well. 

Hopefully, things can be resolved in a civilised manner but it may also make sense to start keeping a diary of events and what is said, just in case things get more difficult.  It's easier to keep a diary as things happen rather than try to reconstruct one much later.

Also, it occurred to me whether your violent neighbour has acquired some sort of legal power in his own right?  Does your ex-neighbour have relations?  Was the neighbour who assaulted you close to your ex-neighbour?  Is there any chance she could have given him powers of attorney (cf 'an advocate had been appointed') or be making a bequest to him?  Is his solicitor daughter involved? 

His behaviour seems very defensive and odd somehow - more than just someone who's made a mistake and accidentally overstepped their alleged responsibilities of supervising some work.  In my opinion something doesn't sit quite right. 

My concern entirely, Broomstick.

Duckingbells, janbeno! I have said a few times on here to not be concerned about approaching neighbours who simply do need to be talked to, as 'what can they do?!' Gulp - I might not give that advice again.

(I have to say, I thought it was bad enough that he shoved a guy over, but then you mentioned your 'husband', so assuming you are female, this is doubly-bad. That's one area where 'equality' can take a hike.)

How on earth did this person get power of attorney - if they have - and who else is included? Is it a case of a min of three people are required, or one being a solicitor?

Janbeno, can I suggest that you also bring up how frenetic this neighbour's actions have been for some while in regards to this house? Do explain what has happened with your boundary fence, and that they did this when you were away. You find their behaviour not at all of a person who has the best interests of the neighbour at heart. Their behaviour seems almost obsessive, and you therefore have concerns that they may be acting in their own best interests instead. Just plant that concern now, and make sure the PC writes it down, because taking advantage of being a PoA is a very serious matter. And, if not actually included as a PoA - not sure what an 'advocate' is - their behaviour is not one of 'just trying to help'. As it is, this twit's actions have almost certainly scuppered the chances of a quick sale, if that is what they were hoping for.

Explain to the PC that you had asked this person for the name of the solicitor acting on behalf of your neighbour, but he refused. And if you suspect the dramatic change in behaviour could have been triggered by this perfectly reasonable request, then I would consider that very concerning indeed.

Is the house up for sale yet? If it is, then I'd email - so provable communication - the EA and make it clear that there is a recent and unresolved dispute between you and this property, due to the actions of someone acting on their behalf. Ask for acknowledgement of this email.

Are you going to press charges? You absolutely should if you consider it the right thing to do. Your call, but I have to say I think not allowing the ambulance to be called was a mistake - to black out after a blow or fall is a real concern, and should have a professional to hand in order to be checked over. Not wanting to make a fuss is a poor excuse - assuming that was your reasoning. Ditto for this assault - don't do anyone a favour by not, again, wishing to make a fuss. This guy's behaviour has been unacceptable for a while, now, and he frankly doesn't deserve to get away with it. And, if his daughter is a solicitor, you can bet they'll be trying everything to get away with it, and not do the right thing. Expect a lot of BS about his version of events.

But, your call.

Lawdie - I hope you are ok.

I will pick up the highlighted.

Its really easy to set up a LPA only 2 people need to know, the certificate provider and the attorney.
no one needs to get notified.

The LPA system is wide open to abuse (not saying that has happened here) where 2 people acting together can persuade someone to set up a LPA.

Any suspected issue with a LPA and abuse should be reported to the relative authorities
(might be a little early as we are dealing with pure speculation). 

It is the office of the public guardian that has the statutory powers to investigate   
https://www.gov.uk/report-concern-about-attorney-deputy-guardian
  
The OP needs to find out who has the authority to act for this person if they are not able to act for themselves(being in a home does not mean they have lost capacity)

OP   from this 
I was told by another neighbour that an advocate had been appointed 

Talk to that neighbour, if it court appointed then you can go through the court to get information to the relevant person..

This neighbour that is in the home do you not know their name, phone number, family etc.
did they have care before going in the home, local GP.

anyone picking up post?  letters are always an option(posted through the system, not dead drop)

kazwookie

How many nursing homes are there in the area? I would ring round them all and ask if Mrsxx is there.

I hope you are feeling better

531063

I had a similar case, if & when the property goes up for sale write/email the selling agents advising them they are selling
part of your property, you'll find they don't want the property on their books and will soon drop it.

Broomstick

Hope you're ok and that the police have been helpful whatever you've decided to do.

My gut feeling is that, the sooner things are transparent about your violent neighbour's role in all of this, the better.

One, unlikely possibility, not yet mentioned, is that he is a relative of your ex-neighbour but hasn't mentioned it.  Also, has he or his wife said anything to anyone about the involvement of an estate agent?  A private sale wouldn't need one. I think that needs looking into just in case.

Seeking additional support for you and your husband through the GP or other health workers, or Age UK, or Victim Support, or whoever, could be very useful.  Mention the word safeguarding in relation to your own safety as well as that of your ex-neighbour.  Other agencies may be able to access information you can't about her and take over checking out the situation in relation to proper management of her property and finances so you can concentrate on your own issues. 

theoretica

Also to watch out for are the situations where this person doesn't actually care about selling the house - because they intend to inherit it/buy it themselves/rent it out...

But maybe they are just the type of person who react *really badly* to any hint they may be wrong.

Norman_Castle

As above, has the side access been cleared in this way because the aggressive neighbour has plans for the property?

Is there access to this area from the rear of your property? Mark you boundaries and take multiple pictures.