All articles tagged with #squatter
Originally Published 4 months ago — by BBC
A man was found living secretly in a crawl space of a house near Portland, Oregon, with a bed, lights, and a TV, after neighbors reported strange noises. He was arrested for burglary and meth possession, having been there for an extended period without the owner's knowledge.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Fox News
A squatter in Queens, New York, pleaded not guilty to charges after allegedly taking over a $1 million property and renting out rooms, leading to the homeowner's arrest when she tried to change the locks. The squatter, Brian Rodriguez, faces multiple charges, including burglary and grand larceny. The homeowner, Adele Andaloro, fought to regain control of her property and took her case to the Queens District Attorney, resulting in a warrant for Rodriguez's arrest. The legal battle highlights the complexities of property disputes and tenant rights in New York City.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Fox News
A family of interior designers in Queens, New York, purchased a $2 million house next door to their own, only to find a former caretaker, Brett Flores, squatting in the property after the previous owner's death. The family is now embroiled in a legal battle to evict Flores, who has filed for bankruptcy in an attempt to delay eviction. The family's lawyer argues that Flores has no legal basis for occupancy, but the situation has caused tension in the affluent neighborhood, with residents expressing surprise at the presence of a squatter in their midst.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by WSVN 7News | Miami News, Weather, Sports | Fort Lauderdale
Miami-Dade Police officers responded to a squatter call and were met with an armed individual who opened fire, injuring two officers. The armed suspect, who did not survive the exchange of gunfire, was pronounced deceased at the scene. The injured officers are in stable condition and receiving treatment at the hospital. Authorities are investigating the incident, and the identity of the squatter has not been disclosed.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Fox News
A man in the UK, who gained legal ownership of a retiree's empty home in London under an ancient Roman law, has sold the property for a significant profit. The man, Keith Best, took over the property in 1997 and became its legal owner after filing for adverse possession. Despite a counter-claim by the original owner, the court ruled in Best's favor. He recently sold the property for £540,000, making a profit of £140,000. The new owner, Atiq Hayat, was unaware of the property's legal history and questioned the court's decision.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Daily Mail
Elizabeth Hirschhorn, dubbed the "tenant from hell," has been evicted from a Brentwood mansion after living there for 575 days without paying rent. Hirschhorn, who had booked a six-month stay, refused to leave after the period expired and countersued the landlord. She was escorted out by police and has now moved into a fully furnished suite in downtown LA. Despite the eviction, there is uncertainty over whether she will regain possession of the guesthouse. Hirschhorn has a history of legal battles and has been involved in previous disputes over unpaid bills and subletting. The landlord is seeking unpaid rent, while Hirschhorn claims the residence is an "illegal unit."
Originally Published 2 years ago — by KABC-TV
A Brentwood homeowner is facing a tenant dispute after an Airbnb guest overstayed her reservation by more than two years and stopped paying rent in April 2022. The homeowner, Aleksandar Jovanovic, is unable to evict the tenant, Elizabeth Hirschhorn, due to the lack of proper permits for the guest house. Jovanovic hopes that sharing his story will raise awareness and prevent others from experiencing a similar situation. Hirschhorn's attorney claims that Jovanovic has harassed her and is suing for intentional infliction of emotional distress. The case will be decided by a judge.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by FOX 11 Los Angeles
A guest who rented an Airbnb in Brentwood, Los Angeles, has refused to leave the property for over 540 days and has not paid rent since her stay ended in April 2022. The homeowner, Dr. Sascha Jovanovic, is engaged in a legal battle with the guest, Elizabeth Hirschhorn, who demands a $100,000 relocation fee. The city has determined that the property has code violations, preventing eviction, and granting Hirschhorn strong tenant protections. All upcoming reservations have been canceled as the dispute continues.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Fox News
A suspected squatter in Bonita Springs, Florida, was arrested after allegedly moving into a multimillion-dollar beach house, eating the owner's food, and wearing their clothes. The suspect, Luisa Villa, was found by authorities eating a sandwich and wearing one of the homeowner's dresses. She claimed to be the homeowner and showed forged documents, but the real homeowner confirmed she did not know Villa. Villa was charged with resisting an officer, larceny, fraud, and burglary. This incident follows recent cases of squatters being removed from high-value properties in Fort Lauderdale and Port Orange, Florida.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by New York Post
Nissim Kahlon, a 77-year-old man, has spent over 50 years transforming a tiny cave on a Mediterranean beach into an elaborate underground labyrinth filled with chiseled tunnels, mosaic floors, and chambers. Now, Israel's government wants to evict him, claiming the structure is illegal and threatens the coastline. Kahlon, who has never received a building permit, argues that local authorities connected his cave to the electric grid decades ago. The eviction is on hold until later this month to give him time to appeal. Friends and family have launched a crowdfunding campaign to support his legal defense.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Yahoo! Voices
A Florida homeowner returned from a long vacation to find his home vandalized and burglarized. He slept in a closet with a handgun to confront the squatter who had been living in his home for months. The homeowner fired a shot at the front door, causing the squatter to flee. The squatter was later arrested and found to have methamphetamine and marijuana in his possession. He was charged with felony drug possession, misdemeanor marijuana possession, and trespassing.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by WSB Atlanta
A squatter who had taken over the home of an active-duty Army officer in DeKalb County, Georgia, has been evicted and arrested after a Channel 2 Action News investigation. The homeowner, Army Lt. Colonel Dahlia Daure, had been away on duty when the squatter, Vincent Simon, moved in and claimed to have a lease. However, the police found that the lease was bogus, and Simon was evicted using an intruder affidavit, which bypasses the lengthy court process. The eviction process for squatters is often slow and can take months, but the DeKalb County Sheriff's office was able to evict Simon quickly.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Yahoo News
A squatter who had taken over the home of an active-duty Army officer has been evicted and arrested after a Channel 2 Action News investigation. Normally, homeowners are told they must take the squatter to court and go through a judicial eviction process, which can take months. However, the Dekalb County Sheriff’s office contacted the Army officer and said they will circumvent that process with something called an intruder affidavit. The alleged squatter had only been in the home since the beginning of May, but truckloads of things were pulled out of the home, including a gun safe and 2 dogs.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by New York Post
An Army officer returned from active duty to find a squatter with a lengthy criminal history living in her Georgia home and couldn’t get him evicted despite going to police. The intruder, Vincent Simon, moved into her for-sale five-bedroom house in Ellenwood without permission and refused to leave after presenting a fake lease. Lt. Col. Dahlia Daure eventually used an obscure landlord tenant law, under Georgia Title 44, to convince county cops to assist with the problem. Simon was arrested Thursday after police found guns and drugs at the home — charges unrelated to the alleged home invasion, cops said.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by New York Post
A Montana realtor was conducting a virtual home showing when she stumbled upon a squatter smoking a cigarette in a room off the garage. The realtor screamed and fled the home, and the police were called, but the vagrant was gone by the time they arrived. The incident has left the realtor scarred and hoping to raise awareness about safety for realtors during showings. Other realtors have reported similar incidents, and the realtor hopes her story serves as a wake-up call for others.