Disabled resident gets justice

A disabled resident, who was being attacked in her own home, is now safe thanks to Tower Hamlets Homes’ Anti Social Behaviour Team, the Council and the Police.

The resident was being assaulted and threatened by two people staying in her home. The abuse came to light when the resident confided in her social worker, who immediately contacted our Anti Social Behaviour Team to ask for help.

The offenders, who have an extensive criminal record and a history of abusive and violent behaviour, are now barred from coming into contact with the resident, as well as from entering the borough.

As soon as the case was referred to us, we moved the resident into safe, temporary accommodation, while we worked with the Police and the Council’s Legal Team to get a full injunction against the offenders, which was granted on 9 December 2009. If they breach the injunction, they will be taken into custody immediately.

As well as getting tough on the offenders, the Anti Social Behaviour Team supported the resident throughout the entire court process, and helped to secure her a new home.

Head of Tower Hamlets Homes’ Anti Social Behaviour Service, Claire Demmel, said strong partnership work between the Tower Hamlets Homes’ Anti Social Behaviour Team, the Council's Social Services and Legal Team, and the Police made it possible for the resident to get the justice she deserved.

To report anti-social behaviour, please contact the Anti Social Behaviour Team on
0800 917 5918.