A 23-year-old woman from Tennessee is facing charges after allegedly attempting to evict a family from her apartment using unconventional and dangerous methods. Ervyana Davis is currently held in the Davidson County Jail in Nashville with a bond set at $37,000. She is facing two counts of felony child abuse and misdemeanor, according to court documents.
The incident reportedly began when Davis attempted to remove a family, which included a 4-year-old child, from her Nashville apartment. Despite her efforts, the family refused to vacate the premises. Davis sought assistance from local law enforcement, but was directed to follow the civil eviction process.
However, Davis allegedly chose to bypass the legal eviction process. Instead, she reportedly purchased bug foggers from a local store. On a Wednesday, she is said to have placed between five and 16 of these foggers in the apartment and activated them while the family was still inside.
The child in the family began to cough and experienced difficulty breathing following the release of the foggers, according to the arrest warrant. The child was subsequently taken to the hospital for treatment. No other injuries were reported in the incident.
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has clear guidelines regarding the use of bug foggers. According to the EPA, no one should be inside a dwelling when a fogger is activated. Occupants are advised to stay out of the treated area for at least two to four hours after the fogger is released. The EPA also notes that one fogger is typically sufficient for a room measuring 25 by 25 feet.
Davis was arrested the following Thursday. Her next court appearance is scheduled for Monday. Court documents did not list a lawyer for Davis.