Police Activity Surrounds Letitia James’ Homes
NORFOLK, Va. — Since New York Attorney General Letitia James purchased two homes, they’ve been the subject of considerable police attention. Reports show officers have been called out 20 times since a family member took up residence there, revealing quite a bit about the household dynamics.
Nakia Thompson, 36, a relative with a troubled past, bought one of the homes for $137,000 and moved in with her three children shortly after James finalized the purchase in August 2020.
Police records indicate that officers have responded to calls at the residence 12 times since Thompson moved in, often multiple times in a single day.
These police visits were prompted by various incidents, including warrant services, vandalism, domestic disputes, and reports of suspicious individuals. However, additional context about these incidents remains unclear.
James bought the two small houses in Norfolk, reportedly for family use, but she now faces serious legal challenges. In October, she was indicted on federal bank fraud charges for allegedly misrepresenting the purpose of properties she purchased in 2020 to secure better loan terms.
A newer property she acquired in 2023 is also under scrutiny in a criminal investigation related to similar issues.
Interestingly, instead of residing in the Norfolk home as indicated by loan documents—despite her full-time job over 300 miles away—it’s now occupied by a relative with a notable criminal background.
James denies any wrongdoing concerning the bank fraud charges, but if found guilty, she could face a substantial sentence of up to 60 years.
Since James bought the home in 2020, it has attracted police attention, receiving three calls in its first year, and then one each in 2021, 2022, and 2023. However, six calls were logged in the initial two weeks of October this year.
Meanwhile, another property owned by James has been frequented by police as well. It’s home to her grandniece, Kayla Thompson-Hairston, 21, who has her own arrest history, and her family. Police have visited this location 10 times since 2023, mostly within a six-month span.
The timing is noteworthy; the last police call came just after James was charged with bank fraud, leading to increased scrutiny.
Thompson is currently wanted in Forsyth County, North Carolina, for failing to meet probation requirements, which stem from charges including malicious conduct and assault on a government official.
Since moving to Virginia, Thompson has faced multiple arrests for various offenses, such as possession of burglary tools and grand theft. Her prior guilty pleas have resulted in probation and monetary penalties.
Interestingly, after a media outlet published her criminal history, Thompson took to social media to dismiss it as outdated and fabricated.
In a rather striking incident, she faced charges last month for threatening a school official over the phone.
The second home, purchased with a $219,780 mortgage in 2023, has seen its share of police activity as well, with officers responding to both warrant requests and reports of domestic incidents.
Thompson-Hairston was reportedly involved in an attempt to buy a firearm, leading to charges related to providing false information. She was previously disqualified from firearm possession due to a significant felony charge from her past, a case that remains sealed.
In summary, the circumstances surrounding James’ properties raise numerous questions, both about her family ties and the implications of her legal troubles.
