USA v. Merryman
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4:24-cr-00004
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February 05, 2024
Va. Landlord Accused Of Exploitation Denied Pretrial Release
A Virginia federal judge refused to release a Hampton-based landlord who is facing trial on allegations of exploiting Black tenants, noting the man previously violated release and will likely face a long sentence if convicted.
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January 18, 2024
Va. Landlord Charged With Preying On Low-Income Minorities
A Virginia grand jury has indicted a Hampton-based landlord for an alleged scheme to rake in government housing-assistance payments by exploiting vulnerable African American tenants whom he threatened to evict for late payments using violence and racist remarks.