A vacant home in Spring Valley has become the target of repeated squatter activity, alarming neighbors and frustrating the listing agent managing the property. Despite numerous police calls, break-ins, and unauthorized access persist at the residence, which is tied up in probate proceedings as the late owner’s family handles matters from out of state.
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Trespassing Problem Escalates
The realtor overseeing the vacant Spring Valley home revealed to 8 News Now that squatter activity began after word spread about the property’s vacancy. “Somehow, these dangerous people got a whiff that it’s vacant, and we started noticing some activity in there,” she said, requesting anonymity for her safety. Surveillance captured unidentified vehicles frequently entering the property.
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Vehicles, U-Hauls, and Excuses
Footage revealed various SUVs, sedans, and even a U-Haul parked at the home. The realtor recounted a particular incident where intruders falsely claimed they were there to install flooring. “We’re like, ‘No, we’re on the phone with the owner now. She never ordered flooring, so we’re going to call the cops.’ And they ran.”
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Neighbors Voice Concerns
A senior neighbor shared concerns over the year-long ordeal, telling 8 News Now, “We’re a small area, four houses on a cul-de-sac, so we’re just concerned about what’s going on in the property.” Residents fear for their safety as suspicious activity continues without resolution.
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Unauthorized Power Activation
In a shocking development, the realtor discovered that someone had managed to have power activated at the property through NV Energy without the family’s approval. “I was infuriated,” she said. “We did not authorize any power. This is why we were keeping the power off. So we don’t attract squatters.” 8 News Now has reached out to NV Energy for comment and awaits a response.
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Eviction Efforts Underway
To formally remove the trespassers, the realtor has initiated the legal eviction process. In Nevada, this requires serving squatters with a written notice before proceeding to file a lawsuit if they refuse to leave. The situation highlights the challenges property owners face when dealing with unauthorized occupancy in vacant homes.