Homeless Squatters Take Over Luxury RV Lot in City of Industry, Causing Crime and Fires

Luxury RV Lot Overrun by Squatters

• 📌 An estimated $6.5 million worth of brand new travel trailers in the City of Industry have been taken over by homeless individuals.
• ⚠️ Residents report rampant crime, including theft of car tires and gas, and frequent fires breaking out within the RVs.
• 🏠 The situation has escalated over the past two years, with businesses and property managers expressing frustration over the lack of action.

Property Owner and Occupant Dispute

• 🔑 The property manager states that the owner of 130 new campers from Black Series abandoned the lot and has not paid rent for two years.
• 💰 Some occupants claim they were told they could stay if they paid the owner $300 per month.
• ⚖️ This has led to a convoluted civil court battle, with concerns that occupants will be displaced without alternative housing.

Community and Political Response

• 🗣️ Business owners and residents blame politicians for inaction on the growing homelessness crisis.
• 🚓 Law enforcement patrols the lot but states they can't do much as the property is considered abandoned.
• 🗑️ The property manager estimates $80,000 will be needed for cleanup, with efforts to remove occupants and clear the site beginning soon.

Housing Outreach Efforts

• 🤝 LA County Supervisor Hilda Solis has stated that the property owner has a court order to remove occupants.
• 🏘️ Outreach teams are reportedly assisting the displaced individuals in finding alternative housing solutions.