A homeowner in California has caused controversy by roping off a public beach, claiming it as part of her multimillion-dollar property.
This action has sparked outrage among locals and beachgoers who feel that public spaces should remain accessible to everyone.
Homeowner blocks beach access as visitors attempt to enter her property
The homeowner, whose property is situated along the coastline, put up barriers and signs to prevent people from accessing the beach.
She argues that the beach area falls within the boundaries of her property, thus giving her the right to restrict access.
This claim has led to a heated debate about property rights versus public access.
In a recent incident on the shores of Laguna Beach, California, a woman who owns a multimillion-dollar property cordoned off part of the public beach next to her home.
This action led to a heated confrontation with beachgoers.
The altercation was captured on a widely circulated video shared on social media.
The homeowner furiously ropes off public beach
The video shows the homeowner firmly asserting her claim over the sandy area.
She used ropes and stakes to mark the extension of her private property onto the public beach.
The video has received nearly 400,000 views.
It captures the tense moment when the family, occupying the disputed space, reluctantly left due to the homeowner’s strong protests.
With raised voices and strong language, the homeowner demanded that the beachgoers leave right away.
She claimed she had the right to control who could access the area in front of her property.
In the viral video, the woman in beachwear and a sarong expands the roped-off boundary further onto the sand.
She firmly declares, “You’re on my property, get moving now.”
The family expressed their discontent while complying with the demand to leave the public space.
The person filming the scene reacted with frustration and disbelief at the homeowner’s actions, calling her the “Karen of the week.”
This term is used to describe someone acting entitled and overly assertive.
Social media reaction
On social media, many viewers criticized the homeowner for her actions, calling her behavior selfish and entitled.
Comments flooded in, with people expressing support for the family and their calm response.
Some users shared similar experiences, while others called for better enforcement of public beach access laws.
This is a big problem in Florida. From nice beachfront homes to beachfront mansions, the homeowners continually state they own the beach, rope them off, and charge families away, one user said.
If the area is above the mean high tide line, she does own it. She pays property tax on it too. That’s the law in many coastal states, the second user commented.
Financially fit enough to afford an oceanfront home , emotionally bankrupt enough to treat fellow human beings like this . What a tragic existence, the third user wrote.
In all fairness, there are hundreds of people living on the beach on makeshift tents, someone said.