Tabitha Jones recognized as the landlady who wrongfully evicted an 83-year-old elderly woman

 

Yesterday in South Memphis, an 83-year-old woman was being unjustly evicted until a family member contacted Councilwoman Yolanda Cooper-Sutton for assistance. The Sheriff's Office dispatched a Civil Levy Commander to the location, who indicated that the eviction was not being handled by the Sheriff's Office and that we could not assist without a court order. 

Councilwoman Cooper-Sutton, the homeowner, and her lawyer immediately obtained a court injunction affirming the homeowner's payment of taxes. Once validated, the Sheriff's Office halted the eviction and withdrew the private movers and process server from the premises.

After the scene was cleared, the problem remained that the homeowners’ belongings had been placed on the lawn, and it was getting late in the day. Seeing this, our civil levy division commander contacted his command, who notified Chief Deputy Anthony Buckner, and a call was put out for assistance. Within minutes, deputies who were ending their shift volunteered and quickly responded to assist. With the combined efforts of the deputies, Councilwoman Cooper-Sutton, family, friends, and neighbors, the woman’s belongings were moved back into her home—and most importantly, the eviction was successfully stopped. She was able to remain in her residence.

We are grateful for the swift action, compassion, and teamwork shown by everyone involved in supporting this elderly community member during a critical moment.

Cheif Deputy Anthony Buckner said “This situation shows the heart of law enforcement and community service at its best. Our deputies did not hesitate to step up, even after their shifts ended, to make sure this woman could return safely to her home. The cooperation between the Sheriff’s Office, Councilwoman Cooper-Sutton, the courts, and the community is exactly what public safety should look like—protecting the vulnerable and standing together when it matters most.”

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