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Am I in the wrong?

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Bossmom2 · 20/12/2021 15:33

Hello, I'm going to jump straight into situation then back story.
So the other night I called the police worried for my neighbour after hearing crashing around and her shouting/crying 'get off me'. This was early hours of the morning, I woke to the crashing noise, grabbed my phone and saw a missed call from her (very unlikely to call at this time) as it went quite I txted and called but nothing. Then crashing around and shouting again so thought best call police.
Back story - this has happened before, I didn't think to do anything then because like alot of people thought just couple arguing and never really sure if to act or not, After this I was told her partner was abusing her chucking her around the room. I regret not calling then.
Anyway moving forward to the other night I didnt want to chance anything!
When they arrived there was no answer, noone could get hold of her so police broke door down. She was found, safe and alone (my guess he went out back while I was one phone or when police knocked on door) Suddenly she snapped and absolutely fuming at me! Middle of the street (I live down one way street) calling me every name under the sun. Wont talk to me, door is my fault, telling everyone nothing happened she was asleep whole time !
Police believe something went on but she wont say nothing. Somehow im the bad guy and been stuck in a low mood since. I dont even want to leave the house, I suffer with anxiety so I dont know if im over thinking this or what.
Am I in the wrong?

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Inthesameboatatmo · 20/12/2021 15:42

You absolutely did the right the right thing. I would personally record these incidents as well as proof for the police and if if you rent contact the landlord. You shouldn't have to live with that at all.

WorraLiberty · 20/12/2021 15:45

You know you're not in the wrong.

But if she happens to stumble across this public thread, that would make you wrong for posting it imo.

Tee20x · 20/12/2021 15:46

100% not in the wrong. She can call you what she wants but you wouldn't be able to live with yourself if the worst had happened and you had done nothing.

Tee20x · 20/12/2021 15:47

Also remember that police call outs build a picture of what is going on in the home. So even if nothing can be done this time, it will likely help at some point in the future.

Aquamarine1029 · 20/12/2021 15:47

Of course you're in the right and do not apologise. If she continues to harass or threaten you, tell her you'll call the police on her, too.

caz198917 · 20/12/2021 15:47

100% you did the right thing! And you shouldn't hesitate to do it again. Next time she might not be so lucky to escape alive!

Bossmom2 · 20/12/2021 15:48

@Inthesameboatatmo thanks for replying, iv kept all proof just incase. Just dont understand how im to blame. I was worried because of previous situations

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BobbieT1999 · 20/12/2021 15:49

You're not in the wrong and I also don't think its an unusual reaction for her to kick off at you. It's displaced fear and anger.

NannyGythaOgg · 20/12/2021 15:52

She's scared of him and what he will do to her if there is police involvement. So she is angry with you because she is scared.
Definitely don't apologise and do call the police again the next time it happens - as it almost undoubtedly will.

Inthesameboatatmo · 20/12/2021 15:52

@Bossmom2.
You aren't to blame ,its a knee jerk reaction from her due to shock ,embarrassment and humiliation that the whole road probably saw it all and she knows the shit can hit her fan in more ways than one and now she has to deal with it.

Bossmom2 · 20/12/2021 15:55

Thank you to everyone replying! I did think twice before posting but I just can't shake off the feeling I did something wrong so wanted opinion from others.
Few people down this road acting like I woke up at 4am and decided would be funny to start drama, I was genuinely worried and I promised my neighbour after the last time that if I felt she was in danger again I'd act on it

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Cam2020 · 20/12/2021 15:55

She's deflecting, OP. You did the right thing but this sort of reaction does occur when the victim doesn't want to face up to what's happening. It's misdirected anger - you're not likely to hit her.

Bossmom2 · 20/12/2021 16:00

Iv read a few comments here saying she could be worrying, feeling embarrassed, ect.. That makes total sense!

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Anordinarymum · 20/12/2021 16:07

She's the one who needs to be apologising for disturbing your life OP

Tee20x · 20/12/2021 16:11

@Bossmom2

Iv read a few comments here saying she could be worrying, feeling embarrassed, ect.. That makes total sense!
Yep. Also misplaced anger. Taking her anger out on you because she feels helpless in the situation that she's in.
Xiaoxiong · 20/12/2021 16:16

They say no good deed goes unpunished. You did a good deed, the world needs more like you IMO Flowers

GoodnightGrandma · 20/12/2021 16:18

You did the right thing.
Maybe, if it happens again, you record the noise or ask the 999 handler to listen.

dontgobaconmyheart · 20/12/2021 16:30

How very sad to hear someone experiencing that. You did the right thing without doubt OP. If anyone else knew the truth they would agree, and probably they know she is being dishonest to save face. Such a sad state of affairs when neither you nor her have anything they need to be ashamed of here (namecalling aside), and the one person who does (him) is presumably unscathed.

She is embarrassed, or scared of him. Her situation sounds appalling. I wouldn't be able to hold this against her in the long term. If you hear it again and can safely do so, record it. At the very least write down times and what you hear.

Hope the anxiety eases as time passes OP, the neighbours will probably already have other things to talk about or are talking about her rather than you.

hibeat · 20/12/2021 17:26

Well done OP. Do call again if anything happens.

Bossmom2 · 20/12/2021 19:50

Thank you to everyone who has replied feeling much better about the situation. Im glad I did it now, the thought of what could have been doesn't bare thinking about. Awkward that shes angry with me hopefully after some space she'll understand why I made that decision.

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Bossmom2 · 20/12/2021 19:56

@dontgobaconmyheart Its really sad and difficult situation which why wasn't 100% did the right thing. I will definitely do that thank you. I appreciate that thank you x

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Bossmom2 · 20/12/2021 19:57

@Xiaoxiong aww thank you :)

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