90-Year-Old Brooklyn Homeowner Evicted After Deed Theft Scam

Published by: The U.S. Sun

Date: January 17, 2025

Scope: This case occurred in Park Slope, which falls just south of the 77th Precinct boundaries.

A 90‑year‑old Park Slope homeowner was abruptly evicted after scammers transferred his deed without his knowledge—selling the home he bought in 1969 and leaving him mere days to vacate. Though this happened in Park Slope, the warning rings loud here: in neighborhoods like Crown Heights North, Prospect Heights, and Weeksville, long‑time residents—especially seniors—are just as vulnerable to sophisticated deed fraud. It’s a reminder not to assume it “can’t happen here”; instead, stay vigilant, check your paperwork, and report anything suspicious.