A couple in Michigan claimed they were left shocked after allegedly discovering inappropriate behaviour by their landlord while he was carrying out repair work at their home.
According to reports, Jason Crawford said he had asked the landlord to repair a hole in the roof of their property in Westland, Michigan, which had allowed birds to enter and leave through the attic.
The couple had travelled to visit a relative in hospital and had left the landlord to complete the repairs during their absence.
Security footage allegedly captured incident
Crawford said the couple later reviewed footage from a closed security camera system installed inside the home and allegedly discovered the landlord engaging in inappropriate conduct while on the property.
He claimed the man was also seen walking around the house unclothed and appearing to prepare food in the kitchen.
“He was walking back and forth naked. I think he was making a sandwich — I don’t know,” Crawford told Fox News.
Couple says they felt angry and disrespected
Crawford said he and his wife felt “angry” and “disrespected” after watching the footage.
According to him, they confronted the landlord over the matter, but he allegedly showed no remorse.
“I said, ‘I got you on camera. My wife’s going to the police.’ He said, ‘So?’ … and hung up the phone,” Crawford claimed.
The couple, who have a daughter, later lodged a report with the police and said they were seeking another contractor to complete the repair work.
Previous cases involving landlords highlighted
The report also noted that the incident was not the first case involving allegations of landlords abusing their position.
In 2018, landlords in the United Kingdom faced criticism following reports that some had allegedly sought sexual favours from tenants who were unable to pay rent.
According to a BBC investigation, two landlords were found posting advertisements on Craigslist offering accommodation in exchange for sexual relationships.
