Backstreet Boys’ Brian Littrell Sues Florida Sheriff Over Beach Trespassing

Brian Littrell, a member of the Backstreet Boys, has filed a lawsuit against a Florida county, claiming the sheriff is not doing enough to keep beachgoers away from his private beach. Littrell alleges that these trespassers are invading his property and have posed a threat to his family.

“This is really about having a sanctuary in my own backyard,” said Littrell, 50, during an interview. He expressed frustration about a specific incident where a woman traveled past multiple public beaches just to reach his property and disrupt his family’s peace. Referring to a video where a Walton County police officer asked him to leave, he emphasized the right to his property. “I purchased this home years ago. They know who I am, and they’re targeting my family.”

Lawsuit Against the Sheriff

In the lawsuit, Littrell describes how he feels that certain individuals are trying to infringe on his rights as a homeowner. His attorney, Peter Ticktin, noted that some people seem to believe that successful individuals shouldn’t be allowed to enjoy their achievements without interference. “They work hard and earn their success, and then you have folks trying to claim their slice of it,” he said.

Littrell recently kicked off a Las Vegas residency with the Backstreet Boys, yet he remains concerned about ongoing privacy violations. “It’s really about fairness,” he remarked. “Imagine someone just lingering in your backyard, waiting to take your photo. It’s an invasion.” He believes that the public’s growing awareness of his private life is crossing a line.

To protect his property, Littrell’s company has posted “no trespassing” signs along the beach. In his legal filing, he asks the sheriff’s department to enforce these trespassing laws and to keep away individuals causing trouble.

Litrell claims he has had to hire security to safeguard his family and property and has followed necessary procedures to report trespassers. However, he asserts that the sheriff’s office has consistently refused to take action against intruders. One instance cited in the lawsuit occurred when a sheriff’s aide spoke to a suspected trespasser but did not remove them.

On another occasion, a trespasser allegedly obtained legal documents from a property manager and scattered them across the beach. Littrell is adamant that repeated reports about the intruders have gone ignored by law enforcement.

Despite reaching out for help on multiple occasions, he feels that the sheriff’s department is not fulfilling its obligations to protect the rights of private property owners. In response, the Walton County Sheriff’s Office stated they do not comment on ongoing legal matters but emphasized their commitment to professionalism.

In a recent statement, Littrell expressed disappointment about the lack of protection for private beach homeowners: “We purchased this home to enjoy our own slice of paradise without drama, but it feels like a constant battle.” He is deeply concerned about the law enforcement’s inaction regarding trespassing laws.