Former neighbors of Gypsy Rose Blanchard are facing a new wave of visitors to the Springfield, MO home where she and her ex-boyfriend murdered her mother, Dee Dee. The renewed interest in the case comes after Gypsy’s recent release from prison.
Key Takeaway
The former home of Gypsy Rose Blanchard has become a tourist attraction, causing distress to the current residents and former neighbors, who are concerned about the safety and well-being of the community.
Neighbors’ Frustrations
Residents in the area are expressing frustration as tourists, many with out-of-state license plates, are stopping in the middle of the road to take pictures of the infamous house. Some visitors are having trouble locating the house due to its repainting from pink to blue after the murder and the removal of the wheelchair ramp Gypsy once used.
Neighbors have been approached by tourists seeking directions to the house, with some expressing reluctance to provide details to protect the current occupants, a mother and daughter duo.
Thomas Pengilly, a neighbor, has voiced concerns about potential safety risks, fearing that some visitors may have malicious intentions. He believes the house should have been demolished, given the traumatic history associated with it.
Another resident, Sam Baker, has also expressed frustration, citing increased traffic and safety concerns for children playing outside due to the influx of visitors.
Unwelcome Reminders
The home, originally gifted to Gypsy and her mother by Habitat for Humanity under false pretenses, continues to serve as a constant reminder of the tragic events that unfolded there.
Gypsy’s Future Plans
Meanwhile, Gypsy Rose Blanchard is focusing on rebuilding her life, having recently married Ryan and gained attention as a social media personality. She aims to use her platform to advocate for prison reform, with the support of public figures like Kim Kardashian.
