Living in Stockton-on-Tees has been a peaceful and rewarding experience until recently, when a dire situation unfolded right on our street. I reside close to the scene where just days ago, a vehicle was petrol bombed, marking a terrifying escalation in the ongoing ordeal with our problem neighbors.

These neighbors have turned our once serene neighborhood into a zone of distress. Night after night, we endure anti-social behavior that disrupts the community's tranquility and safety. The traffic of visitors to the property is constant and chaotic; cars speed up and down the drive, posing dangers to pedestrians, especially children and the elderly.

The problem amplifies with the presence of sex workers and persistent drug activity at the residence, behaviors that seriously threaten the fabric of our community. Such activities tarnish the image of Stockton-on-Tees and devalue our properties. The neighborhood is no longer a safe haven for families wanting to move through their daily lives without fear.

The latest incident should be a wake-up call. A petrol bomb attack is not only a criminal act but a potential catalyst for tragedy. This is a clarion call for action from the local authorities and law enforcement to intervene effectively.

We call on the Stockton-on-Tees Council and the local police force to take immediate, decisive measures to address this situation. Potential actions could include:

1. Conducting a thorough investigation into the property and all associated activities.
2. Applying legal measures to remove tenants engaging in and facilitating illegal behavior.
3. Increasing surveillance and police presence to deter future illegal activities and antisocial behavior.

The protection of our community’s safety and peace should be paramount. By signing this petition, you stand with us in demanding these crucial changes to restore calm and security to our street and our town.