A deadly shooting in Port St. Lucie this week has renewed focus on violent crimes connected to homeowner associations across Florida, as lawmakers consider legislation that could allow communities to vote to abolish their HOAs.
Port St. Lucie police say 62-year-old Paul Maraio barricaded himself in his neighbor’s home after shooting and killing two neighbors over what investigators describe as a bitter HOA feud.
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The dramatic scene unfolded as officers stormed the residence, with authorities revealing the HOA was actively seeking to evict Maraio from the community…