Community rallies in support of 90-year-old man facing eviction from home after deed stolen

In a troubling case highlighting elder fraud, 90-year-old Ray Cortez is facing eviction from his Brooklyn home, where he has lived for over five decades. The community is rallying to support him, believing that he was duped in a deed theft scam that allowed a fraudster to take out a substantial loan against his property. Local lawmakers, including Assemblywoman Jo Ann Simon and Council Member Shahana Hanif, are advocating for an expedited investigation into the circumstances surrounding the case. Cortez's son, Ray Cortez Jr. , has voiced his worries about the emotional distress this situation has caused his father, who is understandably scared and anxious.

The Brooklyn District Attorney's office has previously investigated the case but indicated that legal limitations hinder their ability to act. However, Cortez's legal team argues that the fraudster's ongoing claims against the property render these limitations moot. This situation has ignited discussions about elder fraud and housing security, emphasizing the need for protective measures in the community. Residents believe that no one, especially not a senior citizen, should endure such trauma in their twilight years.