A Dudley man, Cameron Yates, has been found guilty of criminal damage following an incident at a house of multiple occupancy (HMO) on Marigold Crescent. The court was told that Yates became ‘angry and upset’ after returning home under the influence of alcohol and discovered a room was locked, which led to him causing substantial damage to the property. The hearing revealed that his actions were motivated by frustration over the inaccessible room, resulting in significant vandalism. Details of the extent of the damage were presented during the case proceedings, underscoring the severity of the offence. The incident highlights issues surrounding tenant disputes in shared housing and the consequences of destructive behaviour. Further sentencing details were discussed but not disclosed at this time.