Sheffield woman in court over year-long dispute with neighbour

A Sheffield woman is calling for her neighbour to be evicted after she appeared at court after being reported to the police nearly every day for 14 months
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Nicole Salmons, aged 25, said she has seen and spoken to police officers more than her family and friends for over a year because of the number of times she has reported issues with her neighbour, Caroline McDonagh.

She even emailed South Yorkshire’s Chief Constable, Stephen Watson, about her plight and pleading for help.

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Ms Salmons has also contacted Sheffield Council about their tenant, her three local councillors and MP Miriam Cates.

A general street view of Byron Avenue, Chapeltown, SheffieldA general street view of Byron Avenue, Chapeltown, Sheffield
A general street view of Byron Avenue, Chapeltown, Sheffield

She said issues started as soon as she moved into her privately rented home on Byron Avenue, Chapeltown, in November 2019.

McDonagh, aged 46, appeared at Sheffield Magistrates Court last week in relation to the case and was sentenced to a six month conditional discharge.

She pleaded guilty to using threatening, abusive or insulting words or behaviour or disorderly behaviour, with intent to cause Ms Salmons harassment, alarm or distress on New Year’s Day.

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But Ms Salmons and her 26-year-old housemate are calling for further action, including eviction.

Ms Salmons said: “I have called the police nearly every day for 14 months. I see police officers more than my family because of all this.

“I just want it taken more seriously which is why I emailed the Chief Constable."

South Yorkshire Police said: “Police have carried out a comprehensive investigation in to all criminal matters reported by Ms Salmons.

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“Dedicated officers from the local neighbourhood policing team have kept Ms Salmons up to date with all developments in the case and were successful in putting a 46-year-old woman before the courts charged with public order offences against her.

“Officers have also recently met with Ms Salmons and are working with the local authority to ensure a long-term solution is reached.”

Ms Salmons has discussed the case with Sheffield Council housing officials since the court case but the council opted against providing an official statement.

For general advice on how to deal with neighbour disputes contact your local Citizens Advice Bureau.

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