Florida officer accused of using dead man’s identity, living in his home for years

The officer says he took possession of the property and renovated it ‘to prevent criminal activity’ and ‘squatting’ A Florida police officer who discovered a man dead during a welfare check stole his house and identity and spent years renovating the property for himself, authorities said.

Florida officer accused of taking over dead man's identity, home USA Today

Investigators said the officer used the man's identity, allegedly forged his signature and obtained a repair permit.

A Florida police officer is accused of illegally taking over a dead man's home, using his identity and renovating the residence over a span of four years, only to be caught when he sued the owner's heirs for reimbursement for the renovations.