An East Nashville woman is suing a local butcher shop, saying it has become a “nuisance” due to a foul odor from food, ashes and burnt wood.
The business is Lloyd’s Meat Service, which opened in 2015 and serves as a “convenience store, butcher, restaurant, and community gathering place,” according to the business’ fundraising group for legal costs.
Meanwhile, Natalie Castillo said she purchased the land next to the butcher shop in 2021. WKRNsaid he was becoming a nuisance by engaging in meat-related activities and trespassing on her property.
Castillo argued: 2023 litigation A contractor built a shed and a concrete pad that ran more than a foot and a half across her property, she said. Castillo claims the concrete pad is where “ash, charred wood and cigarette butts” fall on her property when her meat is cooked.
The plaintiff also complained that smoking the meat caused debris and smoke to drift into the house, and the attorney said, “Due to constant smoke exposure, he had to increase his asthma medication.” Stated.
as WZTV Nashville According to reports, the butcher has launched a GoFundMe campaign to help with legal costs, which Lloyd’s says have already exceeded $20,000.
“Roy Meat Service’s new neighbors expressed the belief that RMS was a ‘nuisance’ because of the smell of cooking meat,” the fundraiser explained.
It went on to say that 46 complaints have been filed against the company with city and state authorities for alleged property law violations. The complaints included “concerns” about the facility’s fencing, lighting and junk stored on the premises.
“Roy Meat Services has taught us what it means to be a pillar of the community and now is the time to show our appreciation for all they have contributed over the years. ” added the fundraiser.
Castillo claims he won’t be able to open windows or do anything outside on the property for eight to 10 hours because of the smoke, but the community rallied around Roy and encouraged others to We are asking for your cooperation.
“I think it’s very unfair to them that they have to do that. You know they’ve been in business like this. They’re doing it for the community, for the people. It’s just wrong to just come in and let them pass when there are,” said Janice, a longtime customer. McCormick.
Laura Lemon, a local small business owner, said, “I’m rooting for them wholeheartedly. They must be under a lot of stress both mentally and financially, so I’m rooting for them and what they’re doing.” I fully support this,” he added.
The butcher’s owner, Jeff Roy, declined to be interviewed or comment, citing pending litigation. Castillo’s attorney also did not respond to FOX17’s request for comment.
As of this writing, the fundraiser has received more than $32,000 in donations.
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