Full Coverage: Squatter Uses Extended Airbnb St...
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This is the complete breakdown of the viral 7News DC investigation into the massive Airbnb nightmare that has sparked a debate over tenant protections. Homeowner Rochanne Douglas rented her property for a short-term stay, but the tenant, Shadija Romero, allegedly exploited a D.C. law that grants full tenant rights after just 30 days of occupancy. This loophole allowed Romero to stay for months without paying rent, forcing Douglas out of her own home while racking up massive legal fees, mortgage payments, and utility bills. We cover the entire saga: the initial 30-day stay, the homeowner’s desperate attempts at eviction, the emergency court hearings, the allegations regarding the squatter's social media trips, and the final resolution where Romero told 7News she would be leaving. MORE: https://wjla.com/news/local/airbnb-squatter-30-day-stay-tenants-rights-shadija-romero-rochanne-douglas-social-media-trips-visits-attorney-fees-mortgage-utilities _______________ Stay up to date with our social media: 7News on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/7NewsDC/ 7News on Twitter: https://twitter.com/7NewsDC 7News on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/7newsdc Subscribe to WJLA on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfIjR00qhYUFkbWIugAAbGg/?sub_confirmation=1 Daily News Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLSvyoe-YmPKDGkW96ly8Qt_JR67erE_zt For more information, visit https://wjla.com/ Have a news tip? Send it directly to us: Email us: newsdesk@wjla.com Call the Newsroom: 703.236.9480 WJLA is the local ABC affiliate for the greater Washington DC area. From our studios in Arlington, VA ABC7 covers national and local news, sports, and weather. #WJLA #DCNews #7NewsDC This video and all Sinclair Broadcast Group content archives of local news and sports coverage are available for your use. For more information contact us at contentsales@sbgtv.com