A Charlotte landscaper, Michael Brown, aged 37, threw a large unauthorized party at a Weddington home where he was previously hired for lawn maintenance, according to the Union County Sheriff's Office. As reported by QC News, Brown took advantage of the homeowners being away on vacation to invite hundreds to the residence near Twelve Mile Creek Road and Beulah Church Road, even charging an entry fee.
Multiple complaints about noise and traffic hazards prompted Union County deputies to respond to the scene. Initially, Brown asserted that he owned the home, a claim that was swiftly doubted by officials. According to WCNC, he then claimed the property belonged to his grandparents before finally admitting his actual relationship to the household — none other than the lawn guy. In the chaotic aftermath, numerous partygoers fled the area recklessly, leading to several traffic stops, and subsequently, assorted property damage was discovered.
This incident called for a joined effort from various law enforcement agencies, including UCSO deputies, NCSHP troopers, and NC ALE agents to clear the property. As detailed by WBTV, Brown faced multiple charges that include breaking and entering, second-degree trespassing, contributing to the delinquency of a minor, injury to real property, and obtaining property by false pretenses.
Brown has since been released on bond, despite the weight of his charges. The final count of attendees, the exact amount charged as an entry fee and the total cost of the damages have not been confirmed by authorities. Meanwhile, the unauthorized house party raises questions about privacy, security and the potential consequences for those who so brazenly defy trust and trespass on another's property, allegedly for profit.
