Roommate Dispute at Penghu University Escalates to Threats and Vandalism

A serious conflict erupted among roommates at the National Penghu University of Science and Technology, involving loud music, vandalism, and death threats, necessitating intervention from the university's safety center.

The dispute reportedly originated when one roommate intentionally played music at a high volume early in the morning, disrupting the sleep of others. Despite repeated polite requests to lower the sound, the individual allegedly refused, exacerbating the situation by slamming doors and making noise with bottles, significantly impacting the sleep of three other roommates.

Matters escalated further when the disruptive roommate allegedly posted threatening messages, including death threats, on sticky notes and social media stories. In response, another roommate, in anger, sprinkled salt on the offending student's shoes. The perpetrator later apologized and was asked to clean the shoes twice. Ultimately, the shoe-owner demanded and received 150 NT dollars for cleaning fees.

The student who sprinkled salt expressed deep remorse for their irrational action. The accused roommate, however, claimed they were trying to avoid escalating the situation but felt their compromises were not resolving the issue. They also alleged that their belongings, including a box with their name on it, were used without permission and not returned. Further accusations included salt being sprinkled on desks and keyboards, umbrella handles being coated with detergent, and the dorm room door being deliberately locked to prevent entry.

The threats of death, particularly those appearing on social media stories, have complicated the student conflict. The university's safety center has stepped in to mediate the escalating situation.