The incidents of vehicle arson on Monarch Road and Picardy Street highlight the fear within the community, as residents feel like prisoners in their own homes due to rising antisocial behavior. This situation has escalated over the past two years, and with limited police presence and resources, the local residents have taken to social media to document and share their harrowing experiences. Community members are left struggling with increased fear and the financial burden of such criminal activities.
One resident described the relentless fear and worry that comes with living in the estate, where she has already lost her car to arson. She stated, 'I rely on my car because my little boy is autistic and can't handle public transport. So when my car went up in November last year, I had to borrow money for a new one, and now I'm constantly worried it's going to happen again.' This quote encapsulates the profound personal impact these incidents have imposed on family lives.
The housing association's refusal to install CCTV has frustrated residents, who seek to prevent further damage to their vehicles. The resident lamented, 'Orbit keeps giving different reasons for not putting it in. They say they don't have anyone to monitor it, but they don't need to. They just need to check it when incidents happen. They've also told people on the estate that if we want CCTV, we'll have to pay for it.' This reflects the struggle between residents and housing management over safety measures.
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