Jacksonville squatters finally evicted from home after 40 days leave behind 15K in damage owners say Internewscast

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – Holes in the walls, ripped-out cabinets, dish-washing machine damage and even a stolen washer and dryer. Co-owners Patti Peeples and Dawn Tiura told News4JAX on Tuesday they dealing with the outcomes of having their Hogan’s Creek home occupied illegally. “We called our attorney to see what our rights were. And he indicated that this had progressed now to grand theft and a criminal matter,” Peeples said. MORE | I-TEAM: Jacksonville homeowner says squatters refuse to leave her rental; occupants say they can be there The owners said they believe the squatting began in March, a short time…