A neighbour of Amanda Wixon, who kept a vulnerable woman as a slave in her home for a quarter of a century, has described the property as a 'house of horror' and revealed she made multiple calls to social services after witnessing the victim desperately knocking on windows from inside.
Repeated Calls to Authorities Ignored
The neighbour, who was a witness in the case against 56-year-old Wixon, stated that despite her persistent efforts to alert social services about the concerning situation, no action was taken to investigate or intervene. She observed the victim regularly signalling for help from within the confines of the home, yet her reports were seemingly disregarded by the authorities.
Court Proceedings Underway
Amanda Wixon recently appeared at Gloucester Crown Court, where the shocking details of the 25-year enslavement are being examined. The case has raised serious questions about the effectiveness of safeguarding systems and the responsiveness of social services to reports of potential abuse and exploitation.
The neighbour's testimony highlights a distressing failure in protective measures, as the vulnerable woman remained trapped in the alleged 'house of horror' for decades despite visible signs of distress. This incident underscores the critical need for thorough follow-up on concerns raised by community members and more robust mechanisms to prevent such prolonged exploitation.
