How Professional Squatter Caroline Herrling Made Her Victim Disappear

Published: April 5, 2024, 7:01 a.m.

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When longtime Sherman Oaks resident Charles Wilding stopped leaving his house in 2020, his neighbors became concerned. But what troubled them the most was the arrival of Caroline Herrling, a stranger claiming to be Charles\\u2019 trustee, responsible for restoring and selling his home. Eventually, neighbors and authorities would learn that Caroline was the mastermind behind a multi million dollar fraud scheme \\u2013 and getting rid of Charles was simply the first step.


In today\\u2019s Headlines, Candice is joined by LA Times staff writer Brittny Mejia, who has covered the case in-depth. They discuss how Caroline\\u2019s scheme was exposed, how she targeted other victims, and where the investigation stands now.


For more of Brittny\'s reporting, visit https://www.latimes.com/people/brittny-mejia

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