SUMMARY: Squatters are becoming a problem in Laurel, with individuals breaking into unoccupied homes and making them their own. The police chief, Tommy Cox, has stated that this behavior has been on the rise in recent weeks. The department has already arrested individuals for squatting, with charges including commercial burglary. Cox emphasizes that squatters do not have rights in Laurel and it is illegal. Residents are advised to keep their homes locked and secure, and to ask neighbors to watch for any suspicious activity. Squatting is a felony charge and individuals experiencing this issue should contact the Laurel Police Department for assistance.

It's a major issue across the country and now it has landed here in our backyard – squatters taking over vacant property in Laurel.

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