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metro1 month ago•22 min saved

Bayside residents demand action after man occupies vacant $1.1M home for two years

A man identified as Vernon Glass has occupied a vacant $1.1 million home in Bayside, Queens, for over two years, frustrating local residents and officials. The property, formerly owned by Richard Klibschon who died in 2018, was taken over by Glass in March 2024. Despite police reports, court filings, and political pressure from Rep. Tom Suozzi, Glass remains in the home, which he has fortified by changing locks. Neighbors describe the situation as an 'awful' breach of community safety and property rights, noting that Glass has a history of similar squatting incidents in Nassau County and Flushing. The occupant has refused to leave, leaving the estate of the deceased owner in limbo and causing significant distress among the tree-lined neighborhood's residents.

via New York Post|

#bayside #crime #metro

politics1 month ago•9 min saved

DC Landlord’s 8-Month Fight to Evict Squatters Exposes Legal Gridlock

Tatyana Day Velasquez, a Washington, D.C., property owner, has spent eight months attempting to reclaim her Columbia Heights basement unit from unauthorized occupants. She describes the space as a 'drug haven' filled with needles, firearms, and a machete, noting that the occupants generate income through drug dealing while paying no rent. The dispute has stalled in D.C. Superior Court, with Velasquez facing ongoing property taxes and trash violations despite generating no income. Three other tenants have fled the building due to safety concerns. Velasquez has been physically assaulted while confronting the occupants, and her protective order was dismissed due to clerical errors. The Metropolitan Police Department (MPD) declined to make arrests, citing 'established residency' by one occupant, treating the issue as a landlord-tenant dispute rather than a criminal matter. Legal experts and Velasquez argue that current D.C. laws disproportionately burden property owners, while the city’s Office of the Tenant Advocate maintains that occupants must be given a court opportunity to challenge eviction claims.

via Fox News|

#dc-housing #eviction #metropolitan-police

world2 months ago•5 min saved

Heatwave standoff as Rome squatters resist Spin Time eviction

During a 40°C heatwave in Rome, about 300 people—including around 100 children—remain camped on the pavement outside the seven‑storey Spin Time building after it was sealed for safety and deemed unfit for occupancy. Residents, who have lived there since 2013, are pressing the city and the involved fund to negotiate a sale and housing solution, while authorities say an interim arrangement is not possible. Volunteers, politicians and notable supporters, including Nobel laureate Giorgio Parisi, have rallied to their cause, turning the sit-in into a high‑profile dispute over housing rights and eviction.

via Al Jazeera|

#eviction #housing #rome

crime2 months ago•6 min saved

French squatter overstays LA mansion, exposing California eviction maze

World Series of Poker player Wendy Weissman rented her $1.9 million Hermosa Beach townhouse for 30 days to a French tenant who stayed 48 days, refused to leave, and leveraged California occupancy laws to become a tenant, risking thousands in lost rent and damages. Airbnb removed the guest after the dispute, police called it a civil matter, and a later water leak helped trigger action, underscoring the eviction hurdles and the host’s losses.

via New York Post|

#airbnb #california-law #crime

public-safety1 year ago•2 min saved

Man Arrested for Living Secretly in Oregon Condo Crawl Space

Beniamin Bucur, 40, was arrested in Clackamas County for living in a condo crawl space with a bed, TVs, and lights, and faces charges of first-degree burglary and meth possession after being discovered by deputies who responded to reports of strange sounds and suspicious activity.

via OregonLive.com|

#arrest #burglary #crawl-space

real-estate2 years ago•4 min saved

"Real Estate Mogul Warns of Impending Crisis with American Squatters"

Real estate mogul Shawn Meaike expresses concern over the growing issue of squatting in the United States, warning that desperate homeowners may take matters into their own hands as law enforcement struggles to intervene. He emphasizes the financial and emotional toll on victims and criticizes laws that protect squatters, calling for better protection for law-abiding citizens. Some states have taken action to address the problem, but Meaike believes the situation will worsen unless laws change.

via Fox Business|

#homeowners #property-rights #real-estate

real-estate2 years ago•5 min saved

"Combatting NYC's Squatter Crisis: Essential Tips for Homeowners"

Experts advise homeowners to take preventative measures to make their properties appear occupied and secure, such as using smart home security systems, keeping curtains drawn irregularly, and avoiding signs of vacancy. They also recommend consulting local law enforcement for periodic patrols and taking dated photos and videos to document unauthorized access. Legal experts emphasize the importance of promptly securing legal counsel and following formal eviction proceedings to remove squatters, as they can gain legal rights under specific conditions.

via Fox Business|

#homeowners #legal-eviction #property-security

crime-and-justice2 years ago•2 min saved

"Venezuelan 'Migrant Influencer' Complains of Persecution from Jail"

Leonel Moreno, a Venezuelan "migrant influencer" who encouraged squatting in the U.S., is now complaining from jail about being a victim of persecution and missing his freedom. He was arrested in Ohio after failing to appear for required check-ins and may be facing federal firearm charges. Moreno's inflammatory TikTok videos, in which he bragged about not having to work and encouraged squatting, led to his account being banned. He insists that the person on his social media posts was just a "character" and shouldn’t be conflated with his normal self.

via Yahoo! Voices|

#crime-and-justice #illegal-entry #influencer

crime2 years ago•2 min saved

"Migrant Influencer" Leonel Moreno Claims Persecution from Jail

Venezuelan "migrant influencer" Leonel Moreno, who encouraged squatting and illegal entry into the U.S., complains from jail about persecution and missing his freedom. He faces federal firearm charges and had a TikTok account with over 500,000 followers before it was banned. Moreno had urged illegal immigrants to take over abandoned homes and invoke squatters' rights, vowing to continue earning money on Facebook and Instagram. He insists that his social media persona is just a "character" and shouldn't be conflated with his real self.

via Fox News|

#crime #migrant-influencer #persecution

legalproperty2 years ago•11 min saved

"New York Couple Faces Lawsuit from Squatters in Investment Apartment"

A New York couple is embroiled in a legal battle with alleged squatters who broke into their property and refused to leave, even hiring an attorney to sue the homeowners. The couple, who invested $530,000 in the property, discovered the squatters living there with fraudulent leases and facing damages to their home. The situation has led to an emergency lockout hearing and a court date set for April 5, with the homeowners expressing outrage and vowing to pursue criminal action and a class action lawsuit against the city for failing to protect them.

via Daily Mail|

#homeowners #legal-battle #legalproperty

real-estatelaw2 years ago•3 min saved

"Squatter Showdown: Lawmakers and Communities Take Action Against Rising Incidents"

A rise in homeowners versus squatters incidents in the United States has prompted action from lawmakers and homeowners themselves. Current laws make it difficult for property owners to quickly remove squatters, leading to lengthy and costly court processes. Recent incidents include a woman allegedly killed by suspected squatters in Manhattan and a $3 million home in Studio City, California being taken over by a squatter. Florida has passed a law imposing criminal penalties on squatters, with other states considering similar legislation.

via ABC News|

#homeowners #legal-issues #legislation

real-estate2 years ago•2 min saved

"Surprise $500K Home Built on Woman's Land Leads to Lawsuit"

Anne Reynolds purchased a plot of land in Hawaii with plans to build a women's wellness retreat, only to find a $500k house built on it without her knowledge. The developers mistakenly built the house on her land and are now suing her, along with the construction company and others involved. Despite being offered an adjacent plot of land, Reynolds rejected the offer, viewing her purchased land as sacred. Her lawyer argues that she should not have to pay anything to the developers, as it would set a dangerous precedent for land ownership. The legal battle continues while the house remains occupied by squatters.

via UNILAD|

#hawaii #legal-battle #property-dispute

legalproperty-rights2 years ago•3 min saved

"Florida Cracks Down on Squatters, Protects Homeowners from Scams"

A self-described anti-squatting activist and "professional" squatter-remover celebrates the passage of a bipartisan state law in Florida that effectively bans squatting, hoping more states will follow suit. The law curtails lengthy civil court eviction processes and allows police to arrest squatters who cannot produce a lease or proof they are paying rent. Meanwhile, residents in states like New York are witnessing an uptick in squatter activity, with homeowners vexed as to how to remove their unwanted guests.

via Fox News|

#florida #homeowners #law

legalproperty-rights2 years ago•2 min saved

"Squatting Victim's Plea Spurs Florida Legislation Change"

Squatting has become a growing issue for homeowners across the country, with many facing difficulties in evicting squatters due to existing laws. Illinois resident Darthula Young shared her experience of discovering a squatter in her late mother's home and the challenges she faced in reclaiming the property. Florida's new law eliminating squatters' rights has sparked hope for similar legislation nationwide, as homeowners seek more control over their properties and the eviction process.

via NewsNation Now|

#eviction #homeowners #legalproperty-rights

crime2 years ago•2 min saved

"Suspected Squatters Arrested in Pennsylvania for Murder of NYC Woman Found in Duffel Bag"

Two suspects, Halley Tejada and Kensly Alston, have been arrested in Pennsylvania in connection with the murder of 52-year-old Nadia Vitels, whose body was found in a duffel bag in a Manhattan apartment. The suspects, considered persons of interest, were allegedly squatting in the apartment and were seen stealing Vitels' car before being involved in an accident in Pennsylvania. Vitels, who had traveled from Spain to prepare the apartment for occupancy, was believed to have been surprised and beaten to death by the suspects.

via CBS New York|

#crime #murder #new-york-city