Ignoring him was exactly the right thing to do (well, or calling the police and reporting that he was making a disturbance!). I'm sorry that you have to deal with this. You're right - answering him would be taken as encouragement. He is clearly harassing you, and I hope you report the situation to the police soon. You should not have to move, but it just might be the easiest way for you to get some peace. You could try telling the landlord it's him or you - maybe the landlord will get rid of him, since he's going to keep losing renters if they have to put up with this guy as a neighbor.

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