'I got revenge on neighbour for using my bins but now I live in fear'

'I got revenge on neighbour for using my bins but now I live in fear'A man has shared how a petty revenge on his neighbour has spiralled into what he now describes as a 'war', leaving him anxious in his own home and listening out for the door at nightCommentsLifestylePaige Freshwater Social Newsdesk Writer13:29, 07 Apr 2026Updated 13:29, 07 Apr 2026View ImageHe now finds himself peeking through his curtains at night (stock image)(Image: Getty)A man has sparked a debate after revealing how his revenge on an "entitled" neighbour has now left him constantly on edge – admitting he now finds himself peeking through his curtains at night. He explained how his neighbour repeatedly used their household bins on collection day while they were out at work, leaving them to return home to overflowing rubbish filled with cigarette ends and “god knows what”.‌Frustrated by the ongoing situation and feeling ignored by landlords and letting agents due to lack of evidence, the man said his brother eventually decided to take matters into his own hands. In a moment of anger, he claims his brother dumped a pile of leaves - which had been placed in their recycling bin - back onto the neighbour’s lawn.‌The homeowner admitted the situation escalated quickly from there, with the neighbour shouting at his brother, who calmly responded: “Please stop using our bin.” But tensions didn’t end there.‌When the resident later confronted the neighbour directly, they claim the situation took a further turn, alleging she admitted to sex work and warned that her partner could be "a little scary".They also claimed the property has had police called to it on at least two previous occasions, adding to their growing concerns about the situation.‌Now, instead of feeling relieved that they stood up for themselves, the man says the incident has left him anxious and uneasy in his own home.He admitted he now finds himself on edge, even peeking through curtains and worrying...