https://theworldwatch.com/tags/squatters/ Mon 04 May 2026 12:30:18 +0200 https://theworldwatch.com/videos/1615075/new-york-resident-says-squatters-are-still-being-allowed-to-take-over-properties/
The squatter at this home has a car, uses the property owner’s water to wash his car, he’s using his electricity to run a business out of a van, to power his TV in the vehicle The homeless man squatting doing all this can’t be removed This is a real and frustrating problem in New York After 30 days of occupancy, squatters could claim tenant-like rights even without permission or a lease To remove these people, Police often still demand court orders to avoid liability or mistakes. Court delays are common Here’s the crazy part Self-help is illegal. Owners cannot change locks, shut off utilities like water and electricity, or remove belongings without risking arrest for “unlawful eviction” ]]> Mon 04 May 2026 08:18:06 +0200 https://theworldwatch.com/videos/1615075/new-york-resident-says-squatters-are-still-being-allowed-to-take-over-properties/