A Queens woman accused of participating in a deed-theft scheme targeting a vulnerable widow now alleges she was herself victimized by her alleged accomplice, who she claims forged documents to take control of her $817,000 Flushing home and allowed his family to live there without paying rent. The unexpected twist in the case raises questions about the extent of the alleged fraud and whether multiple properties were involved. Prosecutors will need to examine whether the claims hold up under scrutiny or if they further complicate an already tangled legal dispute. The shifting accusations highlight the complexities of proving intent and collusion in real estate fraud cases.
Deepa Roy, accused of helping steal a dying widow's Queens home in a deed-theft scam, now claims her alleged co-conspirator Victor Quimis pulled the same con on her — forging deeds to seize her $817,000 Flushing property and moving his family in rent-free.
