Resident Demands Restitution and Reprimand Following Property Dispute with County Employee

Tensions flared during the recent Henrico County Board of Supervisors meeting as a resident demanded restitution for the alleged removal of property by county employees. The individual, visibly frustrated, requested $84.05 for the loss of a post tape and reflectors, insisting that the responsible employee, identified as Mr. Mauer, be formally reprimanded and instructed to leave their property alone.

The resident recounted a timeline of events, stating that they received an email from Mr. Mauer at 9:10 AM instructing that the post should be taken down. Just 27 minutes later, they claimed, an employee arrived and removed the post, throwing it into the back of a truck along with other items. The resident asserted that they had to intervene and demand the items be returned, but ultimately, the posts were completely removed on a later date.

In a twist, the resident mentioned having a game camera set up to document the situation, but claimed it was tampered with, as it stopped working for an hour during the incident. The Board acknowledged the seriousness of the claims, with one member confirming that a police report had been filed and that the matter would be investigated further.

This incident highlights ongoing concerns about property rights and the conduct of county employees, raising questions about accountability and the processes in place for addressing such grievances. The Board's next steps remain to be seen as they navigate this troubling situation.