High drama at the old folks home. Need recommendations for an IP security camera

[Jack D.]

3d wrote:
[quote=Jack D.]
[quote=3d]
Maybe start with a motion sensor porch light for $50?
Rats typically scurry away when the lights come on suddenly.

She has one. The problem with this rat is we want to catch it so the Police can dispose of the carcass legally. They already told me that video of her in action is an automatic theft charge.
Unfortunately, I doubt anyone is going to jail for stealing a couple of houseplants. Bait the rat's porch with a bottle of Jim Beam half filled with urine and a couple of red cups here and there. Sit back and have a giggle. In the meantime don't leave things on the porch until someone new moves in and the rat's attention is shifted.
It's not about sending her to jail, it's about giving her her own set of legal problems to work on so she will move on and leave this elderly community to live in peace. If it was up to me, I'd be set up in the tree by the back door with a load of double-aught buckshot. Problem solved. Unfortunately, even though we are in a semi rural area, the Police tend to frown on this solution so we will try the approved "civilized" method of varmint eradication.

[3d]

"Why is this new tenant out to get me?!! I just politely asked for a ride. She's crazy. I must send her another message so she will stop sending the police to my apartment. Mother will be most displeased if that happens again." :nuts:

Dealing with an unstable neighbor sucks.

[ka jowct]

As luck would have it, today's B&H newsletter was about security:





Your friend's situation really sucks. Hope you can get it sorted out. Meanwhile, she'd better keep the dog within reach at all times, and check the area for poisoned goodies.

[Jack D.]

3d wrote:
"Why is this new tenant out to get me?!! I just politely asked for a ride. She's crazy. I must send her another message so she will stop sending the police to my apartment. Mother will be most displeased if that happens again." :nuts:

Dealing with an unstable neighbor sucks.

Worst part of owning a home. I have been very lucky to have really wonderful neighbors the last 28 years. Before this I lived in a third floor apartment with a crazy tenant on the first floor and a school next door. Not pleasant.

This woman is not even supposed to be living at the complex and she's been stealing and intimidating many residents for the last 4 months. Management has been notified and done nothing for fear of being sued (mainly because this woman has mental health issues). The Police have been called a couple of times but they say they need 3 incidents from one person to take any legal action.

I'm old skool and have no sympathy for A-holes, mental defective or otherwise. Judi is retired Marine Corps and disabled and shouldn't have to put up with this BS in any case. Our system is broken and it seems as if nobody has any respect for the elderly. Sad state of affairs....

[Ombligo]

Maybe a threat of a lawsuit by the tenants against the management for not enforcing the age restrictions, endangerment, etc.., Adobe up some nice Dewey, Cheatum, and Howe, P.A letterhead and an envelope, type up some fancy "pursuant to..." words, sticking the state statue numbers for age restricted rentals, landlord responsibilities, the case numbers for the police complaints (or at least make up some dates), and whatever else in it. Claim to represent a consortium of development residents, and send it as certified mail it to management certified and see what happens.

I'm betting she will be moved out within a week.

[mikebw]

Ombligo wrote:
Maybe a threat of a lawsuit by the tenants against the management for not enforcing the age restrictions, endangerment, etc.., Adobe up some nice Dewey, Cheatum, and Howe, P.A letterhead and an envelope, type up some fancy "pursuant to..." words, sticking the state statue numbers for age restricted rentals, landlord responsibilities, the case numbers for the police complaints (or at least make up some dates), and whatever else in it. Claim to represent a consortium of development residents, and send it as certified mail it to management certified and see what happens.

I'm betting she will be moved out within a week.

Would that amount to mail fraud?

[NewtonMP2100]

...could end up like......Rear Window.......

[Dennis S]

As a stop-gap to at least protect her somewhat, get a driveway alert at Harbor Freight for under $20 that will bing-bong in the apartment if the nut gets on the porch.

[Speedy]

If you implement all of the above suggestions her unwelcome neighbor will certainly feel paranoid.

[Ombligo]

mikebw wrote:
[quote=Ombligo]
Maybe a threat of a lawsuit by the tenants against the management for not enforcing the age restrictions, endangerment, etc.., Adobe up some nice Dewey, Cheatum, and Howe, P.A letterhead and an envelope, type up some fancy "pursuant to..." words, sticking the state statue numbers for age restricted rentals, landlord responsibilities, the case numbers for the police complaints (or at least make up some dates), and whatever else in it. Claim to represent a consortium of development residents, and send it as certified mail it to management certified and see what happens.

I'm betting she will be moved out within a week.

Would that amount to mail fraud?
You are essentially just acting as your own attorney, which is perfectly legal. As long as you do not ask for compensation, there is no basis for fraud.