‘Slumlord from hell’ gets 17 years for exploiting Black renters in Hampton Roads

A slumlord who took advantage of Black renters in Hampton Roads was sentenced to 17 years in prison for wire fraud, aggravated identity theft, and race-based interference with housing and employment. According to court documents, David L. Merryman, 59, of Hampton, who owned more than 60 rental properties in Hampton…

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