In a quiet neighbourhood where the most excitement usually comes from the local bingo night or the occasional garage sale, residents have been left in a state of shock and disgust.

A mystery woman has taken to defecating in the backyards of unsuspecting homeowners, leaving the community up in arms over her unsavoury actions.

The middle-aged woman's foul behaviour was exposed when an irate Sydney homeowner, fed up with finding human feces on their property, decided to take matters into their own hands.

After several unpleasant discoveries, the homeowner installed CCTV cameras to catch the perpetrator in the act.

This mystery woman has been shamed on social media after she was seen on camera defecating in a residential backyard. Credit: u/ziglush / Reddit

The footage revealed the mystery woman in a most compromising position, with her pants down, committing the act that would earn her the notorious nickname.

The homeowner's frustration was palpable as they posted a notice on a tree outside their home, pleading with the phantom pooper to cease her activities.

‘ATTENTION LADY?!’ the notice read.

'Please stop pooping in my backyard! My grandchildren play there! It's disgusting! This is not the first time! I have cameras everywhere because of you! So please stop!'

The community's outrage was further fueled when another resident shared the notice on social media, drawing attention to the bizarre and disturbing situation.

'Rather strange poster on a tree,' the caption read.

Social media users were quick to condemn the mystery woman with one user humorously suggesting she was a 'runner' caught out by nature's call during her morning jog.

'This is super common, wake up first thing get on the sneakers off for a run halfway along nature calls, and you pull over for a strategy s*** and then on your way again,’ one said.

'I honestly understand it as a one-off but more than that, you have to look at yourself and think “seriously?”' a second wrote.

‘What the f*** is wrong with people?! Seriously!' another added.

'Or at least think to bring dog poo bags. It's not like they're expensive. Heck, some parks give them out for free!' a fourth added.

The incident has drawn comparisons to other notorious cases, such as the 'Paddington Pooper' of 2019, where PR maven Roxy Jacenko shared CCTV footage of a woman defecating outside her office.

Similarly, in 2020, a jogger was caught on camera using a community garden as a toilet in Melbourne, and another note was left in Marrickville, Sydney, begging a mystery defecator to stop their unsanitary behaviour.

In New South Wales, public defecation is considered offensive behaviour under the Summary Offences Act 1988, with penalties that can include a $500 fine or even criminal charges, depending on the circumstances.

However, a NSW Police spokeswoman stated they would not be commenting on 'phantom poopers'.

Key Takeaways

• A neighbourhood is outraged after a woman was caught defecating in someone's backyard.
• The incident, which was captured on CCTV, led the homeowner to put up a notice pleading with the woman to stop, noting that children play in the area.
• Social media users have reacted strongly to the incident, with many expressing disgust and disbelief at the behaviour.
• Defecating in public is against the law in NSW and can result in a Criminal Infringement Notice and a $500 penalty, with potential for further charges depending on circumstances.

Have you ever encountered anything like this in your neighbourhood? How did you or your community respond? Share your experiences in the comments below.

 

[Suzanne rose]

She must have mental issues, seriously who would do this

 

[Kahlan28]

I think the name given to this women is just as disgusting as the act she is doing. I know a few beautiful, kind and caring women named Karen, and this name is being associated with everything vial and disgusting, it's a form of bullying and very degrading and hurtful to them, and needs to stop. "Krapping Karen" was mentioned 4 times in this article.

 

[Suzanne rose]

I think the name given to this women is just as disgusting as the act she is doing. I know a few beautiful, kind and caring women named Karen, and this name is being associated with everything vial and disgusting, it's a form of bullying and very degrading and hurtful to them, and needs to stop. "Krapping Karen" was mentioned 4 times in this article.

I agree I also know a couple of Karen's who are also really nice people. My sister is also a Karen.

I can't believe this Karen thing started all because of a woman who complained all the time and whose name was Karen

 

[Kahlan28]

I agree I also know a couple of Karen's who are also really nice people. My sister is also a Karen.

I can't believe this Karen thing started all because of a woman who complained all the time and whose name was Karen

Her name wasn't even Karen, she just said it was.

 

[Suzanne rose]

Why we should stop calling people Karen​

We’re being bombarded with stories of Karens but we’ve got to stop calling women - or anyone - that. Here’s why,

Stop for a minute to consider the use of the name Karen.
Do you actually know who it’s describing? I’d say that you don’t.

In a world where things gain popularity on the internet with comments that go viral.
Now we hear, “she’s such a Karen” bandied about for everyone.

In case you’ve been living under a rock, Karen is being used to describe the anti-maskers who filmed themselves trying to defy lockdown orders by going into Bunnings stores without masks.

Seems that anyone who complains or berates someone is now know as a Karen.

The Karen meme, which has become so ubiquitous it's been used as a Halloween costume, burst on to the scene in the past couple of years to describe white women perceived as acting entitled in public.

Now, it's used as a moniker for any white woman who's thought to be acting inappropriately, rudely, or in an entitled manner.

"It's usually used as a pejorative for middle-aged white women.

Can you imagine if this was used to describe a black woman. All hell would break loose.

I say drop The Karen thing and leave all Karens in peace

 

[Clancieblue]

The name "Karen" originated as a Danish diminutive of Katherine, meaning "pure"12. In modern slang, "Karen" is used to describe middle-class white American women who are perceived as entitled or excessively demanding

Sad such a lovely name has been reduced to this, even in its own meaning description. I agree, time to STOP IT.

LET'S START WITH SDC, not using or posting these descriptions.

 

[Blarney]

Why we should stop calling people Karen​

We’re being bombarded with stories of Karens but we’ve got to stop calling women - or anyone - that. Here’s why,

Stop for a minute to consider the use of the name Karen.
Do you actually know who it’s describing? I’d say that you don’t.

In a world where things gain popularity on the internet with comments that go viral.
Now we hear, “she’s such a Karen” bandied about for everyone.

In case you’ve been living under a rock, Karen is being used to describe the anti-maskers who filmed themselves trying to defy lockdown orders by going into Bunnings stores without masks.

Seems that anyone who complains or berates someone is now know as a Karen.

The Karen meme, which has become so ubiquitous it's been used as a Halloween costume, burst on to the scene in the past couple of years to describe white women perceived as acting entitled in public.

Now, it's used as a moniker for any white woman who's thought to be acting inappropriately, rudely, or in an entitled manner.

"It's usually used as a pejorative for middle-aged white women.

Can you imagine if this was used to describe a black woman. All hell would break loose.

I say drop The Karen thing and leave all Karens in peace

Totally agree. Not long ago I challenged someone on Instagram for using this tactic to belittle someone else and guess what their reply to me was? “Get a life KAREN”!

 

[Clancieblue]

Totally agree. Not long ago I challenged someone on Instagram out for using this tactic to belittle someone else and guess what their reply was? “Get a life KAREN”!

Just Bullies, like Suzanne said.

 

[Clancieblue]

Why we should stop calling people Karen​

We’re being bombarded with stories of Karens but we’ve got to stop calling women - or anyone - that. Here’s why,

Stop for a minute to consider the use of the name Karen.
Do you actually know who it’s describing? I’d say that you don’t.

In a world where things gain popularity on the internet with comments that go viral.
Now we hear, “she’s such a Karen” bandied about for everyone.

In case you’ve been living under a rock, Karen is being used to describe the anti-maskers who filmed themselves trying to defy lockdown orders by going into Bunnings stores without masks.

Seems that anyone who complains or berates someone is now known as a Karen.

The Karen meme, which has become so ubiquitous it's been used as a Halloween costume, burst on to the scene in the past couple of years to describe white women perceived as acting entitled in public.

Now, it's used as a moniker for any white woman who's thought to be acting inappropriately, rudely, or in an entitled manner.

"It's usually used as a pejorative for middle-aged white women.

Can you imagine if this was used to describe a black woman. All hell would break loose.

I say drop The Karen thing and leave all Karens in peace

 

[Still Ebby]

I think the name given to this women is just as disgusting as the act she is doing. I know a few beautiful, kind and caring women named Karen, and this name is being associated with everything vial and disgusting, it's a form of bullying and very degrading and hurtful to them, and needs to stop. "Krapping Karen" was mentioned 4 times in this article.

l agree l have a daughter Karen and she would give away her last penny and she is kind to everyone..
My mum chose her name and it's special

 

[Still Ebby]

She would get a shock if she came into our property we have sensor lights that come on automatically with any movement

 

[Reet]

There are public toilets which this woman could use so why doesn't she?

 

[Littleboy8]

There are public toilets which this woman could use so why doesn't she?

Maybe she has a mental illness and doesn’t realise what she’s doing is wrong why not bring in a welfare group etc, to work out what her problem is

 

[TriciaR]

Good morning! We sincerely apologise if the use of the name Karen has caused any offence.

We understand that names carry personal significance, and it was not our intention to single out or upset anyone with it. The term was used in the context of a widely recognised cultural reference, but we realise this may have come across as insensitive.

We have edited the article to remove the name and ensure it is more inclusive. We are committed to learning from this and being more mindful in the future.

We appreciate you bringing this to our attention and hope you continue to enjoy being part of our community. If you have any other concerns or suggestions, please don’t hesitate to reach out.

 

[Littleboy8]

I must have lived under a rock all my life because I’ve never heard of this “Karen” saying until I came on SDC

 

[Dynamo]

She is one twisted crazy woman.

 

[Veggiepatch]

She must have mental issues, seriously who would do this

When ya gotta go....ya gotta go!!!

 

[kaza60]

Why we should stop calling people Karen​

We’re being bombarded with stories of Karens but we’ve got to stop calling women - or anyone - that. Here’s why,

Stop for a minute to consider the use of the name Karen.
Do you actually know who it’s describing? I’d say that you don’t.

In a world where things gain popularity on the internet with comments that go viral.
Now we hear, “she’s such a Karen” bandied about for everyone.

In case you’ve been living under a rock, Karen is being used to describe the anti-maskers who filmed themselves trying to defy lockdown orders by going into Bunnings stores without masks.

Seems that anyone who complains or berates someone is now know as a Karen.

The Karen meme, which has become so ubiquitous it's been used as a Halloween costume, burst on to the scene in the past couple of years to describe white women perceived as acting entitled in public.

Now, it's used as a moniker for any white woman who's thought to be acting inappropriately, rudely, or in an entitled manner.

"It's usually used as a pejorative for middle-aged white women.

Can you imagine if this was used to describe a black woman. All hell would break loose.

I say drop The Karen thing and leave all Karens in peace

Yes Please

 

[Veggiepatch]

Oh dear!

When someone does something outside "the norm", the "mental health" card gets tossed around.

Does your dog, who craps on the footpath, have "mental health issues" as well?