Imagine living near “Le Select,” a former shisha bar in Montpellier’s Tournezy district that morphed into a raucous nightclub. For three years, the unfortunate neighbors have endured a living nightmare filled with booming music, intoxicated patrons, and late-night brawls. The streets are left in disarray each morning, littered with trash and the remnants of nitrous oxide-fueled revelry.

Frustrated residents have lodged countless complaints and sought assistance from the authorities, only to find their pleas falling on deaf ears. Even after a two-month closure due to noise disturbances, their troubles persist, with the police unreachable after 3:30 am.

From the city’s perspective, the Department of Public Health and Environmental Protection and the police have acknowledged the issue, leading to temporary closure and ongoing investigations. Despite being shuttered four times in the past three years, “Le Select” continues to operate, casting a shadow of misery over its unfortunate neighbors.

The situation is heartbreaking for those who yearn for a peaceful, normal life and a good night’s sleep. Here’s hoping a solution is found to restore peace and tranquillity to the long-suffering residents of Tournezy.