According to KLFY: “A drug investigation into the owner of an Iberia Parish mobile home park” led investigators at the Iberia Parish Sheriff’s Officeto charge Eric Bulliard, 44, with multiple sex crimes alleged to have been committed in recent years. Bulliard, “the owner/operator of T-John’s Mobile Home Park on Norris Road in rural Iberia Parish” has been in custody at the Iberia Parish Jail since April” because the “Iberia Parish Sheriff’s Office Special Investigations Unit [SIU] initiated a narcotics investigation into the activities of Bulliard.” Per News 15, “As the investigation unfolded, SIU specialists discovered additional alleged crimes involving Bulliard, 44, that extended beyond narcotics activity.” “During the investigation, the United States Postal Inspection Service contacted the SIU regarding an ongoing investigation into Bulliard. As these two investigations progressed, other possible criminal activity emerged. Given the serious nature of the allegations, including multiple sex crimes, the Louisiana State Police Special Victims Unit was brought in to assist with the investigation,” per News 15.
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KLFY said: “Bulliard faces Louisiana State Police felony charges of first degree rape and molestation of a juvenile or a person with a physical or mental disability. Iberia Parish Sheriff’s Office has charged him with indecent behavior with a juvenile (a felony) and misdemeanor sexual battery,” adding that: “Bulliard’s bond has been set at $1,250,000.”
News 15 put the following ‘meat on the bones’ of the report in this fashion.
Louisiana State Police Charges:
- First-Degree Rape (Felony)
- Molestation of a juvenile or a person with a physical or mental disability (Felony)
Iberia Parish Sheriff’s Office Charges:
- Misdemeanor Sexual Battery
- Indecent Behavior with Juvenile (Felony)
Eric Bulliard was booked into the Iberia Parish Jail. Bond has been set at $1,250,000.
As this investigation continues, the Iberia Parish Sheriff’s Office urges anyone who believes they may have been a victim of similar alleged crimes by Eric Bulliard to contact the sheriff’s office (337-369-3711) for a comprehensive investigation.” ##
Part II – Additional Information with More MHProNews Analysis and Commentary in Brief
Bad things happen, and bad things can happen to good people. That is a reality that causes some to question the existence of God, a curiously diabolical trick. That bad things happen in manufactured housing is simply a reality that merits reporting and reflection. When responsibly handled, reporting bad things can be potentially useful to those who want to advance manufactured housing acceptance and organic growth. How so?
1) Simply put, turning proverbial lemons into lemonade is as American as apple pie. The impression that some have of manufactured housing, mobile homes and ‘trailer parks’ is that they are dens of crime and darkness. Acknowledging a problem can be a means of demonstrating that crime happens in conventional housing single family and multi-family housing too. Crime occurs in rich neighborhoods, although some might think that it happens less so for those behind walled and gates communities. University level research demonstrated that manufactured home communities, for instance, has broadly similar rates of crime as conventional housing.
2) A research article posted on the HUD website entitled: “Trailers and Trouble? An Examination of Crime in Mobile Home Communities” reveals that crime is no more common in mobile or manufactured home communities than in other residential blocks. Reporting on even troubling crimes, like the alleged case above, is an opportunity to inform others of such contrasts between old myths and false impressions and realities.
3) MHProNews and MHLivingNews have reported on McCarty’s research several times. Despite Tim Williams, prior MHI chairman, CEO of 21st Mortgage Corporation, and still MHI board member‘s remarks that there are good reasons to respond to every story, that obviously hasn’t happened, has it? Note the remarks by Williams were in response to an MHProNews inquiry. At a minimum, couldn’t MHI post something about this on their own website, if they are serious at all about supporting organic industry advancement? Apparently, MHI pros are too busy doing…what pray tell? Making sure that consolidation continues unabated?
4) It is curious that it is often only MHProNews that periodically features reports when criminal charges or evidence of serious allegations emerge against various manufactured home industry professionals.
5) The graphic below is a flashback to a point as valid today about MHI ‘photo ops’ and ‘video ops’ with public officials as it was when it was first posted on February 6, 2019. MHProNews reports and fact-checks routinely stand the test of time. That may explain why some of our more popular reports are ones posted months or even years ago.
6) Frank Rolfe is apparently evidence that negative news can be turned into personal and business marketing. That said, it should be noted that Rolfe’s remarks below reported by MHProNews have also stood the test of time.
7) What Rolfe said some 7 years ago about MHI’s failure to properly engage with the media appears to be just as true now as it was then.
8) Does that mean that Rolfe has been contacted by MHI’s outside counsel, threating him with legal action for speaking his mind about the association? Don’t bet on it. That is despite these remarks by Manufactured Housing Institute (MHI) outside attorney Goch: “MHI actively monitors and proactively addresses attempts by third parties who wrongfully disparage the organization…This includes statements from its membership as well…” David Goch, J.D.
9) To be clear, it isn’t that MHI doesn’t threaten members or those who publicly critique them. The evidence is clear that they have and do. But based on years of experience, it is unlikely that they would do so with someone like Rolfe. There is no evidence that they have done so. The following inquiry was made to Bing’s AI powered Copilot on 6.13.2024 at about midnight Eastern using its balanced or blue setting.
The outside attorney for the Manufactured Housing Institute (MHI), David Goch, is on record making this comment. “MHI actively monitors and proactively addresses attempts by third parties who wrongfully disparage the organization…This includes statements from its membership as well…” David Goch, J.D. Frank Rolfe has periodically made comments that are a poor reflection on the Manufactured Housing Institute. Is there any known evidence that Goch or any other attorney acting on MHI’s behalf has addressed Rolfe over his criticism of the organization? Link results.
- Frank Rolfe and Dave Reynolds as Potential MHI Leaders:
- An article on Manufactured Home Living News argues that Frank Rolfe and Dave Reynolds should be new leaders for the Manufactured Housing Institute (MHI). The viewpoint is based on the idea that “birds of a feather flock together,” implying that their behavior aligns with certain aspects of MHI’s history1.
- The article highlights issues related to predatory, illegal, and unethical business practices within the industry.
- Frank Rolfe’s Behavior:
- Mainstream news reports have documented problematic behavior by Frank Rolfe. These reports occurred after the effective date of the MHI National Communities Council’s ‘code of ethical conduct.’ The behavior appears to persist despite the code of conduct2.
- Additionally, there have been legal claims and controversies related to Rolfe’s business practices.
- Lack of Response from RV Horizons and Impact Communities:
- Frank Rolfe and Dave Reynolds, who are connected partners, apparently failed to reply to outreach efforts by MHProNews. This lack of response raises questions about their accountability and behavior within the industry3.
While there isn’t specific evidence mentioned regarding David Goch or other attorneys addressing Rolfe’s criticism directly, the broader context suggests ongoing discussions and concerns about industry practices. Keep in mind that this information is based on available sources, and further research may provide additional insights. 123
10) This question was also put to Copilot, just after midnight on 6.13.2024. Note that MHLivingNews is first up, perhaps because it provided a review of the research as well as the study by McCarthy itself.
Besides MHProNews and MHLivingNews, has the Manufactured Housing Institute or an MHI linked trade publication or blogger made reference to the crime and mobile or manufactured home communities research performed by William P. McCarty with the University of Chicago?
While I couldn’t find direct references from the Manufactured Housing Institute (MHI) or MHI-linked trade publications, there is evidence that William P. McCarty, a researcher from the University of Illinois-Chicago, has studied crime in proximity to manufactured home communities. McCarty’s research focused on crime rates in these communities and explored the impact of terminology and perceptions. His work sheds light on the realities of manufactured home living and challenges stereotypes123. If you’re interested in further details, I recommend reviewing the studies directly. 😊
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Thus, the Andy Gedo redux was warranted. See that as part of the broader report linked here. ##
Programming notices. Multiple exclusive reports with analysis are pending on a range of issues involving manufactured housing, MHI, MHI members, litigation, allegations and evidence of wrongdoing, and mainstream news reports about those topics, among others. At times, MHProNews plans a report on a certain date and time, and other events cause those reports to be ‘bumped’ in favor of others that may be deemed more pressing. The bottom line, stay tuned.
But also worth mentioning is that one goal of MHProNews and MHLivingNews remain spotlighting those areas that need to be addressed in order for manufactured housing to return to and surpass its ‘former glory days.’ Problems that are not solved routinely fester. In medicine, it is customary to seek to treat the root issues. That should be a principle with a business or profession too. No one in MHVille even comes close to doing as many reports, nor cover issues in greater depth, than are found here and on our MHLivingNews sister site. The Andy Gedo redux in the context of IHS is one that should be studied for a variety of reasons that will become apparent, because it covers a lot of territory. Don’t miss it. ##
Part III – Our Daily Business News on MHProNews stock market recap which features our business-daily at-a-glance update of over 2 dozen manufactured housing industry stocks.
This segment of the Daily Business News on MHProNews is the recap of yesterday evening’s market report at the closing bell, so that investors can see-at-glance the type of topics may have influenced other investors. Our format includes our signature left (CNN Business) and right (Newsmax) ‘market moving’ headlines for a more balanced report.
The macro market moves graphics below provide context and comparisons for those invested in or tracking manufactured housing connected equities. Meaning, you can see ‘at a glance’ how manufactured housing connected firms do compared to other segments of the broader equities market.
In minutes a day, readers can get a good sense of significant or major events while keeping up with the trends that may be impacting manufactured housing connected investing.
Headlines from left-of-center CNN Business – 6.12.2024
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- Ex-employees sue Elon Musk and SpaceX, claiming illegal firings after they called out alleged gender bias and harassment
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- Chiquita found liable for financing paramilitary group
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- Why Shari Redstone called off talks with David Ellison’s Skydance on Paramount deal
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- Why this meme stock frenzy is different from 2021
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- Forget Beatlemania. Taylor Swift fever is sweeping Liverpool
- Why Pope Francis thinks the Church should play a part in world leaders’ debate on AI
- Pro-Trump media figures dismiss Hunter Biden conviction as ‘fake trial’ to ‘cover up’ other supposed crimes
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Headlines from right-of-center Newsmax – 6.12.2024
- Monmouth Poll: Biden’s Border Order Does Nothing for Sagging Approval
- Asylum seekers are processed by U.S. Border Patrol agents after crossing the U.S.-Mexico border into California last week. At right is President Joe Biden, who has unveiled a controversial immigration order severely limiting asylum-seeker crossings. (AP)
- “Biden will never be able to satisfy Republicans on border policy,” Patrick Murray, director of the independent Monmouth University Polling Institute, wrote in his analysis. “The real question is whether he can neutralize this issue among independents without alienating certain Democrats. [Full Story]
- Israel at War
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- Israel Strikes, Kills Senior Hezbollah Commander
- Blinken Arrives in Qatar for Talks With Gaza Mediator
- Israel’s Ben-Gvir Attacks Decision to Release 30 Jailed Terrorists
- Israeli Official: Hamas Has Rejected Gaza Proposal
- Mast: Israel Must Open N. Front Against Hezbollah | video
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- UN: Violence Against Kids in Gaza, Other Hot Spots Soars
- Newsmax TV
- Karoline Leavitt: Hunter Trial ‘Distraction’ From ‘Real Crimes’
- Ben Carson: GOP Has ‘Deep Bench’
- Doug Burns to Newsmax: Hunter Biden Won’t Get Jail Time | video
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- Brian Mast: Palestinian Casualties Part of ‘Block Party’ System
- Matt Whitaker: Justice System Should Work for All | video
- Malliotakis: Cuomo Took No Blame on COVID Policy | video
- Newsfront
- Transgender Swimmer Lia Thomas Loses CAS Case to Overturn World Aquatics Ban
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- Monmouth Poll: Biden Gets No Boost After Border Order
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- WSJ, Media Cover Newsmax IPO Plan
- The Wall Street Journal was among several major financial media [Full Story]
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- A top House Democrat said Republicans are wasting their time by [Full Story]
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