Sunil Datt and his wife, Sashi Lata, are living in constant fear following a series of alleged attacks on their home in Sakoca. The couple, who have resided on Wrong Turn Road in Tacirua for nearly two decades, claims that the harassment began in 2014 and has intensified over the years. Datt reports that stones and unidentified chemical substances have been thrown at their property, leading to increased asthma symptoms and sleepless nights.
Datt, aged 61, expressed his frustrations, stating, “I’ve been here since 2004, and from 2014 this has been happening, stones, chemical we can’t sleep at night, and I’m very sick.” The most recent incident occurred on January 9, which he states went unaddressed by the police despite his multiple complaints. He believes these ongoing issues have transformed their once peaceful home into a source of anxiety.
The couple feels that the authorities have overlooked their plight, leaving them to navigate this ordeal alone. Datt emphasized the toll it has taken on their health and safety, saying that even at night, he struggles to breathe due to the alleged chemical attacks.
However, Datt’s narrative has been met with skepticism from some neighbors. One local, who requested anonymity, claimed that Datt has wrongly accused a 90-year-old resident of being responsible for the disturbances.
Despite the conflicting accounts surrounding the incidents, Datt and Lata feel abandoned by their community and law enforcement. They now perceive Sakoca not as a home, but as a place filled with fear and uncertainty. The couple’s story raises serious concerns about community safety and the need for more effective responses from police in situations of reported harassment.
While the situation appears dire for Datt and Lata, bringing public attention to their plight may encourage a reevaluation of how such cases are handled, possibly leading to increased support and intervention.