BREAKING: What we know about the Houston property dispute involving the Gilley family home
A man in Houston's Heights neighborhood is claiming ownership of a home through adverse possession following the death of Christa Bauer Gilley. Local constables are investigating the legal status of the property originally turned over to the family.
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A man in Houston's Heights neighborhood is claiming ownership of a home through adverse possession following the death of Christa Bauer Gilley. Local constables are investigating the legal status of the property originally turned over to the family.
This story is developing. Keep TX Red is following updates and will expand this report as more verified information becomes available.
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