Source: @COPCAMVIDEOS CONTEXT: This bodycam video shows how scammers are using sites like Zillow, searching for vacant homes that are for sale. With the address, interior photos, and showing schedules publicly available, they create fake leases and move right in. In Jacksonville, Florida, the woman (allegedly) did exactly that—printing a fraudulent lease, cutting off the front doorknob, and moving into a three-bedroom house listed for sale. When the homeowner discovered strangers living inside, she couldn't simply evict them. She had to go through the full civil eviction process—paperwork, court hearings, and service of process—while her home sale fell through. According to the homeowner, the occupants caused extensive damage and sold brand-new appliances, forcing her to dip into retirement savings to repair the property. The supposed tenants claim they paid a deposit but cannot produce a verifiable landlord or transaction trail. Meanwhile, evidence like the removed door hardware, moved-in belongings, and switched utilities point to an opportunistic takeover. Photos of the damage appear at the end of the video—holes in walls, missing fixtures, and debris—destruction that can cost tens of thousands to fix. Always verify landlord credentials and never send money without confirming ownership before signing any lease.