A Tennessee woman, Ervyana Davis, 23, has been arrested and charged with felony child abuse and misdemeanor offenses after allegedly attempting to forcibly evict a family from her apartment in a dangerous and unconventional way. Davis, who remains in Davidson County Jail on a $37,000 bond, reportedly placed bug foggers inside the apartment with a family still inside, leading to a 4-year-old child being hospitalized.
The Eviction Attempt
According to an arrest warrant obtained by local Fox affiliate WZTV, Davis had tried to evict a family, which included a 4-year-old child, from her Nashville-area apartment. When the family refused to leave, Davis attempted to involve police, but they advised her to go through the legal civil eviction process. Rather than following the proper procedure, Davis allegedly took matters into her own hands.
Dangerous Action: Bug Foggers Used Inside the Apartment
Instead of waiting for legal action, Davis went to a store and bought bug foggers. On Wednesday, she reportedly set off between five and sixteen foggers in the apartment with the family still inside. The EPA warns against the use of bug foggers when people are present, as the chemicals can be harmful if inhaled.
Health Impact on the Child
According to the arrest warrant, the 4-year-old child began coughing and had difficulty breathing after the foggers were released. The child was taken to the hospital for treatment but is expected to recover. Thankfully, no other injuries were reported from the incident.
Legal and Safety Consequences
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) states that after using a bug fogger, everyone should vacate the treated area for at least two to four hours to ensure safety. The EPA also notes that one fogger is typically enough for a 25-by-25 foot room, and breathing in the spray mist can be harmful.
Davis was arrested on Thursday and is now facing serious charges. Her next court date is set for Monday. As of now, she does not have a listed attorney in court documents.
Community Reaction
The incident has raised concerns about tenant rights, eviction processes, and the safety risks associated with improper use of chemical products. Many are shocked by Davis’ actions, which could have caused even more serious harm to the family involved.
