This is a bit of an obscure one

[jet_black]

My step-daughter is living in a shared house with 3 men, she paid a £200 deposit befor moving in. Last thursday one of the Male tenants tried to sexually assault her(she is very shaken but not physically hurt) and understandably she cannot face going back there. Due to the extenuating circumstances involved does she have and legal right to a refund of her deposit if she leaves the house permanently, or is it down to the good will of her landlord?

She has contaced the Police and her Landlord who said he will evict the tenant in question, the Police still haven't bothered to see her to take a statement yet, despit numerous phone calls.

[Amy]

Re: This is a bit of an obscure one

Is the Landlord a nice person, is he approachable?

If he's willing to evict the other house-mate I would imagine he'd be willing to give your daughter a refund on her deposit if she'd rather not return.

[Budgie]

Re: This is a bit of an obscure one

How awful for your Step Daughter.

I totally agree with Amy's suggestions.

Additionally would it worthwhile someone talking to the other two male tenants. I would expect they are pretty disgusted about this situation as well and may be willing to assist your Step Daughter in making additional representations to her Landlord.

Budgie

[Guest]

Re: This is a bit of an obscure one

Any form of attempted sexual assault is a very serious issue and your step-daughter must insist that a police report is filed as soon as possible.

She could try Victim Support in order to get further free, confidential advice.

[jet_black]

Re: This is a bit of an obscure one

Thanks guys, the landlord does seem to be very approachable so we'll see what he says.

I have just spoken to her and she is still waiting to speak to the Police, how disgusting is that! I will definately get her to speak to Victim Support as she has a habit of bottling things up until it really gets to her. She is moving out of the shared house on Sunday, so at least she will be safe now.