Loopholes Let Thieves STEAL Elite Mansion

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Squatter Tamieka Goode brazenly returned to a $2.3 million foreclosed Maryland mansion just hours after her jail release, exposing how leftist legal loopholes let criminals steal property from hardworking Americans.

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Tamieka Goode and Corey Pollard seized a vacant luxury home in affluent Bethesda, Maryland, using forged documents and “squatter’s rights” claims.
After nine months of court delays, Goode served just 90 days in jail before posting $5K bond and reclaiming the $2.3M property owned by Citigroup Mortgage.
Neighbors documented the invasion, faced police inaction, and now demand reforms amid safety fears and eroding property values.
Maryland’s squatting crisis highlights government failures that punish owners while rewarding lawbreakers with lengthy civil processes.

Squatters Seize Elite Bethesda Mansion

Tamieka Goode and Corey Pollard occupied a 7,500-square-foot luxury home on Burning Tree Road in Bethesda around July 4, 2025. The property, foreclosed and owned by Citigroup Mortgage, sat vacant after a sale fell through. Neighbors spotted a moving truck and new occupants forcing entry. Police responded to complaints but took no action beyond knocking, allowing the takeover to persist. This incident underscores vulnerabilities in foreclosed properties nationwide.

Criminal History and Legal Maneuvering Exposed

Corey Pollard faced arrest on December 8, 2025, in the home’s driveway on a trespassing warrant. His record includes vehicle theft, heroin distribution, and federal stolen goods charges, with extradition pending to Pennsylvania. Goode, a self-proclaimed “pro-se litigation coach,” missed court dates and promoted “rental packages” on TikTok. Charged with trespassing and fourth-degree burglary in July 2025, she exploited Maryland’s slow unlawful detainer processes. Her attorney, Alex J. Webster III, cited “loopholes” and residency claims to defend the occupation.

Neighbors like James and Chen filed complaints and gathered video evidence of the squatters’ activities, including pet waste and “no trespassing” signs ignored. They expressed outrage over initial police inaction, calling it “nothing” despite repeated calls. Tensions escalated as residents feared violence from Pollard’s criminal background and Goode’s defiance. This power imbalance favors squatters over property owners and communities.

Conviction, Quick Release, and Immediate Return

Goode received a 90-day sentence after a January 2026 hearing, convicted following nine months of delays. Released February 2, 2026, on $5K bond, she returned to the mansion immediately, with a dog inside and signs of ongoing occupation. Sheriff’s deputies cleared the property nearly a week before February 18, 2026, sealing it with metal panels. Goode now appeals her conviction, highlighting persistent enforcement gaps in Maryland’s system.

Her attorney stated Goode “did her research” to claim squatter’s rights, noting multiple occupants without confirming a break-in. Neighbors demanded full prosecution, labeling the acts illegal. The episode reveals how civil court delays and bonds allow repeat offenses, frustrating law-abiding citizens who value property rights as a cornerstone of American freedom.

Broader Squatting Crisis Demands Reform

Maryland faces a surging squatting epidemic, with criminals using forged leases and social media to target vacant homes, including taxpayer-funded properties. Statewide patterns show squatters demanding “cash for keys” and halting sales. A 19-year-old legislator pushes a felony squatting bill in Annapolis, spurred by this case. Affluent areas like Bethesda suffer declining morale, safety risks, and tied-up assets like Citigroup’s $2.3M holding.

Real estate chills as owners avoid foreclosures due to risks. Long-term, this erodes trust in government protection of private property—a fundamental conservative principle. Under President Trump’s America First agenda, stronger laws align with securing borders and enforcing rules against those undermining family values and economic stability. Neighbors urge swift reforms to prevent copycats.