The squatters presented papers claiming they had leased the house. The officers examined the documents and, to Vernon’s disbelief, declared, “These papers seem legitimate. We can’t force them to leave.”
Vernon’s frustration turned to incredulous anger. “This is my home! I never leased it to anyone!” he insisted, his voice shaking with emotion. The police officer sighed, “Without clear evidence to the contrary, there’s nothing we can do. You’ll have to take this up with the courts.”