Good luck. Bev G (author) from Wales, UK on April 07, 2019: Anonymous, you need proof. Bev G (author) from Wales, UK on December 13, 2019: Amber, there are many tips in the comments and questions sections that can help you. If you are living in rented accommodation, report your findings to the landlord as well. You don't need to worry. Every time. We do live in the state of Colorado so I dont know if it varies state to state but like I said before any input on the situation would be helpful. Bev G (author) from Wales, UK on October 12, 2018: Jennifer, I can't help you. I never cut my tvs off for security reasons. They are listening to me and my family. They have left notes in my mailbox telling me I need to move to the mountains and find God and they have also done that with other neighbors. There is just something up with this man. Your neighbor mentions things about your day that they can't possibly know about They seem to know your daily schedule a little too well You find hints of someone messing with your mail or your front porch You spot them giving you a dirty look Other minor signs (like stalking on social media or gossiping about you with other neighbors) In the UK, we have something called the 'Citizens Advice Bureau'. She has been spreading nasty rumors around town to make me look terrible and recording my conversations and sending them to another nosy jealous cow. while I'm typing them. She also repeats things back to me that I have said inside my house to a visitor. Try filming her in full view from your own property. My neighbors constantly watch my familys every move, to the point where they give my my daughter extreme anxiety. Question: A neighbor of mine, who lives alone, hangs out in his car by himself for hours at a time at night. They picked my ex on his job. Answer: Of course. Question: What are my rights if I believe that I am being watched? If it means you have to break down and cry, then do so. Answer: I can't really advise you about alterations to your home. Read more advice, tips, and tricks from Washington natives in our Secrets of the City package. Gulls and corvids mostly. Also, I am surprised that you say he is a 'friend'. You see signs that someone has entered your home while you were out. Then go to the police. Ask other neighbors to act as references to counter the claims. Question: My neighbor knows my every move. And now I'm also smelling meth yes you heard me say it meth and one of the maintenance men also smelled it while inside my home working, I asked him if he smelled it and he said Yes. Second, you can plant trees to cover your backyard so you can have your privacy. Is there anything we can do to prove that we are innocent in this or what other steps of action we can take? A casual small talk can reveal a lot and maybe he or she ain't no bad person at all. The gap between hood and window. I can't water my flowers, do gardening or even just sit out without hearing a running commentary about my movements. I have done the cameras, got IP addresses. Question: How can the person who lives in the apartment above me follow me all around my apartment when I'm walking around? This applies to both walking and driving. Your neighbor might be housebound and simply focussed on what is going on nearby. They seem to get pleasure from my torment i have had enough. A little chat might be all it takes to clear up suspicion. However, there's nothing you can do about her sitting in her own car - that's not against the law. Answer: Firstly, approach your aunt, explain to her that you are aware of her activities and ask her to stop. Tweet Share. Make sure there are no spy-holes in the ceiling. Question: I live in an apartment building on a quiet street. Here are just a few of the biggest noise complaints: screaming and yelling, loud music, revving your engine, construction noise, unruly kids, barking dogs and practicing musical instruments. While I am performing this nightly ritual, I see this person peering out from behind a tree on our property. Do strangers seem to know details about your life that you havent shared with them? I have contacted the police. I like to say hello even if I haven't anything sentient to write;). Stalking Sign #4: Giving Inappropriate Gifts. The neighbors that live directly across from them ended up having to put cameras out because they got sick of them constantly going through their mailbox. When I wake up and roll on my back the man shouts abuse. I have concern that this action is going on. I didn't need anything but they did so why buy me food? Image by Roland Schwerdhfer from Pixabay. Occasionally, it might seem like a neighbor always seems to know what's . Hi Bev, since the people above me are using a type of listening device i opted to play low frequency noise to disrupt the invasion of my families privacy. If you hear a strange voice coming from your security camera, no doubt that your security camera has been hijacked, and someone is spying on your through the camera. She just loves delving deep into topics that help everyone become a happier, healthier, more productive person. I don't know if there's anything I can do about it. She follows me around from room to room, holding something that vibrates under my feet. Getty Images Many brazen swingers are placing the upturned fruits outside their homes, while. Bev G (author) from Wales, UK on June 22, 2018: Get yourself a lawyer, Dre. I wanted to comment on your article yesterday, but my PS3 won't let me do it. However, both articles were published in 2017 and I wonder if you know of more recent publications or perhaps you have some other suggestions. You could approach your employers and ask them to intervene. Answer: I would suggest you ignore her existence and live your life as normally as possible until you move. Sometimes when I am watching TV one of the neighbours calls all their family members to see what I am doing. On fixed incomes. They stalk you on social media. Check Out Strange Noises from Your IP Camera, Baby Monitor. He is not on the phone. Background checks. Bev G (author) from Wales, UK on October 21, 2017: Hi Erick, thank you. Its time to take control and fight back. I have a neighbor who has a alarm system with a device to listen to other people's conversation in there apartment. In particular, small devices such as pinhole microphones or video cameras, rest on the other side of a ceiling or wall and may leave an impression. Question: My downstairs neighbor has been spying on me for at least 8 months. All is well. Persistent phone calls after being asked to stop. Answer: I've heard this before from commenters on other articles I've written. You are at the point where you need expert legal advice. They tell you stuff about yourself they shouldn't know. People do all kinds of things that may seem unconventional to others. To help get you started, here are ten signs your neighbor is a drug dealer. If you find hints that your neighbor has a listening device or is watching you, especially when youre feeling stalked, another thing you can do is to test your neighbor. Under the grill. Calling law enforcement on you repeatedly or for small things. Test her by saying something made up, like you're going to get a dog or move house or something. Many new homeowners might fall for the tricks used by strangers conjuring up an excuse to use the toilet of yours but meanwhile walk . Answer: You could ask him outright if he is watching you, and also ask him why he is so interested in your dog. My husband is 100% disabled and one of the ladies threatened him with physical violence and continue to slander and badmouth him any chance they get. Keep a log book of every incident. They had nothing better to do and were likely sociopaths. It's the way they react when they see you perhaps in your yard, checking your mail box, or leaving your home. They're Always Outside When You're Leaving or Coming Back From Work If your neighbor is often outside when you're leaving or coming back from work, this may be the first suspicious sign your neighbor is watching you. Answer: If your neighbor is on your property then it certainly is a crime. Any idea what I can do about this? Now here's where things get more scary for myself, every since I have moved above them I have heard someone walking around in the attic and no this is not an animal I can tell when the weight is that of a person as opposed to an animal. What should I do? I called and told the Police & FBI my ex and roomate has a IOU to the IRS of $10,000. Once you have them, take them to the police as evidence. NOSY OLD MAN AND LADY: This Nosy Old Man and Lady in the yard will be perfect this summer in your garden. Consult your local bylaws about noise nuisance and record the sounds and shouting, then report to the relevant authorities. My current 4 channel system died and have 8 channel ordered. Please advise. This has been going on for 10 years. Bev G (author) from Wales, UK on August 16, 2020: Exelee, this won't count as a record. Copyright 2023 Easeware Technology Limited. Only you will know what you said. Make her life as miserable as she is making yours. Based on the poll, take a look at top signs of a nosey neighbour: Curtain twitching (30 per cent) Turning the TV or radio down so you can listen to goings on (27 per cent) Peeking through blinds . Could I suggest you put your feelings aside and see if you can begin making conversation, even if it's just in passing? Counter intelligence. This can depend on how comfortable you feel interacting with your neighbor. Michael Hall set up camera'. She thought that I wasn't home one day because she didn't see a vehicle and was turning and twisting my door knob trying to get in my house so i waited to see what else she was going to do in she parked her vehicle by my bedroom window and started washing her car. I dont have a clue who this person is. Refresh the page, check Medium 's site status,. If you are concerned for your safety, go to the local police and report him. Don't forget that the most common method is via a cell phone app. Question: I have a neighbor who I do not know--hes a complete stranger to me. Bev G (author) from Wales, UK on June 13, 2020: Good idea, TFP. Wyoming law (Wyo. You need to see if anyone in the neighborhood has solved the problem, or even look on Pinterest for 'garden privacy' or 'privacy fence'. i am 100% sure that i am being watched by neighbors in the apt complex that i am in. There is a large hedge in between us but she sits there constantly complaining about my every move and if I step into the garden she complains I am not giving her any privacy. Strange items appearing in the trash including kitty litter, methanol cans, lithium (batteries), veterinary products, large empty bags of salt, sulfuric acid, paint thinner, antifreeze, drain cleaner, brake fluid, acetone, plastic . What can I do to block whatever he's using to hear us with? I know all cases are not this easy and some states dont have stalking or hassment laws. She has no car but sits outside it, and from six feet away watches my every move as I get in and out of my car. You can only report them if they are harassing you verbally or physically, coming onto your property, or causing damage of some kind. It's not about being spied upon without your knowledge. They really are spying on you, but you have no idea why. Growing bushes that tall is not an option. How can I stop her? what can I use to stop them form cutting off my TV's. They record me through cameras (Ive heard) they take pictures of me & literally show everyone. Using your neighbor's Wi-Fi Got CAD # from my local police reports I have made. When I'm sitting on the stall, someone from upstairs starts to constantly flush their toilet right above my bathroom. There are several tell-tale signs that someone is tracking your car. Pampas grass planted in a person's front yard is a telltale sign that a neighbor is into swinging. Look for discoloration on ceilings and walls. Wisconsin law (Wis. Stat Ann. Later they show up in front of harassing neighbor's house. It's the last thing people need right now. Answer: It doesn't sound likely, but it depends how close your properties are and what your walls are made of. He may be wearing Bluetooth earbuds. You already know more than I do. If so, then ask him to desist. Summer of 84 (2018) Does your obsession with urban legends and conspiracy theories make you paranoid or hyper vigilant? They already collected information what we eat,when we sleep what is our life stylenow it is getting creeper.. And that was the finale straw I asked her what was she doing her response was i didn't know anyone was home I was in shock. The guy was eventually arrested breaking into my apartment, which luckily I had just vacated that weekend. This may save you from major headaches down the road. Under the front dashboard. 10 Behaviors That Reveal Someone Is Secretly Plotting Against You 1. I've cut them down so low you can barely here them. Be as boring as possible so they lose interest in your activities. In two days they called the cops on us three times. 5 Signs Your Neighbour is a spy (and why you should be careful) | by Phil Roberts | Medium 500 Apologies, but something went wrong on our end. For instance, record some specific chat between you and someone else, and then when your neighbor comes to call, make sure you record the conversation with him. It's also important to check with local authorizes to ensure that you don't breach any height restrictions. Apartment are in great condition and not in need of repairs as I checked with management. Hang blankets up at the windows, if you have to. Answer: There could be an electrical problem and your homes are running off the same circuit. She has video and pictures of me walking in and out. When I shower they shower, when I use the toilet they are in there too. Why is that? Record yourself having the conversation as well. Answer: A phone will allow someone to talk to you and listen to you. I've had to do a factory reset on phone. Your mail is being tampered or interfered with. Answer: Note: the original question has been edited for brevity. Get help and get it sorted. She might be a nosy neighbor with too much time on her hands, but she's not spying on you. "The panicked feeling of a guilty conscience never squeezes at your heart or wakes you in the middle of the night. I told my cousin that I was craving scones and clotted cream, and no more than 40 minutes later, my neighbor was at my door with scones and clotted cream. Someone stays up listening. If you're walking, slow down and look in some store windows or at your phone. Only in order to use my toilet I need to let the radio in the bathroom play VERY LOUD for masking the noises. And they can only interfere with your TV if it is Bluetooth or wifi enabled. I just want my privacy back! Step 6. Personally, I would tell him to back off or I'll report him to the police. If they aren't then make sure you install secure privacy screens, blinds or drapes. Right now, 11:30 at night, he has his seat all the way back and he is reclined there. Use your flashlight and hands to thoroughly examine every piece of furniture. Bev G (author) from Wales, UK on February 02, 2020: You haven't said how you are being monitored, and how you know it. Answer: Your neighbors can't have visual surveillance of you unless they have installed cameras in your home. I'm really scared. Your HOA may have rules in place that dictate if and where you can place a fence on your property. I bought an IR and lens detector which confirmed at least three cameras. My neighbor. Is this too close? You should also bring in an IT expert who can advise regarding your wifi. Ive been followed but I lease my cars so that has not affected me that much Ive always been polite to others and Ill continue to be nice Ive worked 2 jobs now down to one. Question: We believe our neighbor can somehow hear our conversations; they always seem to do things we are planning to do before us. Short of combing every inch of your apartment, Mesis recommends focusing on the most common target spots, meaning bedrooms, bathrooms, and anywhere else you are likely to be caught undressed. When he sees me looking at him, he goes back around the corner and hides then keeps poking his head out to see if Im still there. Do a basic internet search with your model number and the words "microphone," "camera," and "privacy.". You think the whole street is spying on you. Answer: Ask them for proof. When you see signs that someone has entered your home, you can consider investing in hidden cameras to monitor any break-ins when youre not home. Here are some signs that your neighbor might be spying on you: Someone opened your mail before you had the chance. There are many suggestions in the article, the Q&A and the comments. Bev G (author) from Wales, UK on July 28, 2019: Brenda, you should contact a TV/satellite engineer. You can repeat this technique a few times. Question: The people I live next door to share the same bathroom vent. For the past 12 years I have been hearing noises on my roof. Recently, I've noticed that one of my friends, a fellow farmer, watches me from behind a tree at night. You can buy a bug detector with a broad radio frequency range and do regular bug sweeps of your house. Question: I live in a trailer community and the young man across the street knows everyone's business and tells everyone's business to others. It would still be worth locating the devices if you are able to. Every time I try to locate the signal they alter it so I cant find it. They even listen to me have sex. If an alarm goes off and neighbors peer outside to see what's happening, they might be scared off. I suspect tenant upstairs is given someone heads up when I leave my apart. More women are victims of stalking than men. Is this harassment and if so what do I do to protect my family? Answer: This is something you and your grandfather will have to deal with. Question: If someone has an order of protection against me, but they harass and threaten me, what can I do legally? I think she might have a listening device. Sometimes you begin to think that you are going crazy. Is there anything I can do? Cameras often catch what's happening on the sidewalk or on a neighboring property, too. Have you tried approaching the neighbors and asking them directly why they are interested in you? One way you can determine this is by comparing your experience with common signs of stalking behavior. He does this all the time. Sometimes they come to my house and tell me things they shouldn't know about. They could have grown up in a different environment where neighbors always looked out for each other. They feed our dogs rawhide bones that results and the dogs throwing up having diarrhea uncontrollably inside and outside of our home. First of all, I'd say there is not a need to panic right away. How do you tell if a drone is spying on you? 5. Ive had this happen to me my lovely neighbor told me that he is keeping an eye on me 4 weeks into that nightmare his friend comes along with a bright spot light pointed at my home other neighbors who are aware tried to chase him down for his license plate. Question: My neighbors have a listening device so they can hear me in my home, what can I do? You can usually tell when something feels off in your house when you come in. Now one group of Israeli researchers has developed a new technique for that drone-control arsenalone that can not only detect that a drone is nearby, but determine with surprising precision if. Try your best to get proof. Find out what to do when neighbors overstep their boundaries and get too close for comfort. Any advice please? I paint my shutters blue, he paints his the same colour. Written by Washingtonian Staff | Published on January 20, 2016. Look at your locks to see if they have been picked. Answer: I am wondering how you know these things. They watch me in the shower, on the toilet, while sleeping, and follow me around my apartment with phone apps. Bev G (author) from Wales, UK on December 07, 2018: Jacob from Delhi, India on December 07, 2018: You have provided interesting information and very helpful for fellow hubbers. Answer: Filling from her own property is not usually against the law, so there's not much you can do about that. He's trying to be kind. Although that hasn't got anything to do with the topic of neighbors spying. If you get this feeling most of the time you enter your house, it is most likely the case that someone is stalking you and gaining access into your house. I would get up to take my dog out at 2AM and they would be outside just sitting, at noon if I would come home for lunch they would be outside sitting, at 5 when I would get homeits like the losers never slept and basically didn't have a damn job but to pester people. I'm a good law abiding citizen and try to get along with everyone but, I feel like I living around demons. They make rumors about our life with other neighbors and local people. Install spy cameras in your home if you think they are coming onto your property. Bev G (author) from Wales, UK on November 03, 2019: Yes, if they are on your property, Karen. Now we have to go to court because I called the cops on them for yelling at the top of their lungs in front of all the children getting off of the school bus and their parents about my husband being a pedophile and a user on top of being a drug addict. Question: Three nights I averted near break-ins via my balcony. 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