Yes it is. But what to do? Perhaps the community should take more of an interest in the old folks. Perhaps relatives should, too. When old people are tossed out, a lot of times they don't survive: that's the end right there. Many of us may be in the same situation some day, so think about it. Don't expect the government to treat anybody as special, but volunteers can and do. We should take care of each other a little better.
It is very difficult for folks to divulge their financial business to strangers.
Perhaps there ought to be an ombudsman in the tax office to determine the status of the owner BEFORE a sale. In this case, registered letters were returned as UNDELIVERABLE......that was the first indication that something was WRONG!!!!
Unravel the crime.
Make sure there is serious jail time for the perps.
Invariably, you will find someone working at the township, county, whatever is the criminal, directly or indirectly.
follow the thread to a relative, a friend or a friend of a friend...
The real injustice and crime is that most bureaucracies will not send critical notices by registered mail and claim to have sent all necessary notifications, and it's up to the victim to "prove" she never received any.
On the other hand, the taxpayer is obligated to "prove" that she sent payments and other required documentation in a timely manner.
What's wrong with this picture?
I hope these as*****s are nailed but good!