A Girls Night Gone Bad: Two Girls Pack Up Their Roommates Things And Evict Her While She Isn't Home. Find Out Why

For many young people living communally is a way of life. While you are in college or a young up-and-comer building your career, while building your way towards independence, you have to cut costs where you can. One way of doing this is splitting the rent with others.


But what do you do when one of the others doesn’t pay their portion of the rent? Landlords expect their full month’s rent. That means that the weight of the bill is spread between the remaining housemates. The next question is, what to do with the nob-paying housemate? Two roommates went a little overboard with retribution when they experienced this.

Friday Night Is Girls Night In This Apartment

When the weekend comes around, it’s not uncommon for groups of girls to get together and have a girl's night. Usually, this involves some drink, snack, and perhaps a movie and, if they fancy it, some games or even makeovers or spa treatments.


But often, especially as the drinks take hold and the girls get a little tipsy, the night becomes one of jokes and conversation, negating any other planned activity. This was kind of what happened

when Lud Wid and her roommate organized a girl's night for themselves. Soon, the conversation turned to another housemate.

One Girl Wasn’t Around

There was a third roommate in this equation. She wasn’t around and hadn’t been for a while. This was who the conversation turned to during Lud Wid and her housemate’s two-person girl’s night. It wasn’t a pleasant conversation either. There was a reason this third girl wasn’t around.


She hadn’t paid her rent in three months and hadn’t been seen for a while. It turns out both girls present were disgruntled with their third roommate. They had also decided that enough was enough, and they proceeded to take some action against their not-present housemate.

It’s Time To Get Her Out

As with any booze-filled get-together, things can sometimes get highly charged. It’s unclear what exact words were said, but these women had decided that enough was enough, and they had to get rid of their roommate. They had reached their wit end with this girl and had reached a point where they felt no sympathy.


So what was their decision? Well, they were going to perform a roommate eviction. Fueled by wine and angered to their core, it didn’t take much for them to act against their harsh punishment. And they decided that the girl's night was the perfect time to do it.

But Their Anger Goes Beyond Booze

Sure, a drink can make one harsh and act on emotions, but there was probably more than that fueling their decision. No one likes a freeloader, and the truth is that their landlord was still expecting his full rent payment. This means that between them, they had to make up the cost.


Essentially, they may have been a bit gung ho about their sudden need to evict their roommate. But this also meant that they could justify paying the rent if it was just the two of them, without a freeloader. But most importantly, they could advertise the space for a third roommate and maybe have some extra cash again.

But Where Do They Start?

With the offending roommate not around, it’s like Lud Wid and her roommate could tell her to her face that they’re putting her out. But they wanted to activate it somehow, so they decided to start packing up her stuff, whether she was there or not.


They had the bags and access to her room; all they had to do was start moving the stuff. This was still a bold move, especially without the offender around. What’s more is that they had to ensure that nothing broke or went missing, or else the third roommate could accuse them of theft or damage to property.

Problem Number Two… Where Do They Put The Stuff?

Sure, they had the bags and the girl power for some heavy lifting. But where were they going to put all of this stuff? This roommate appeared to have a lot of things to move, and to leave them in the living room or kitchen was just going to make things complicated for the two of them.


Unaware about when they would see their roommate again, this could turn into a long-term space issue. There is also the fact that they didn’t know what kind of reception they were going to get when she did return. They had to think fast and effectively.

They Needed a Plan… And Fast

The thing about packing up all of her stuff was that leaving it anywhere else in the house would defeat the purpose of evicting her. That’s because the stuff went from being out of the way in the room to being in the way in another room they used.


They couldn’t risk leaving her stuff on the porch to make matters more complicated. If anything happened to the third roommate’s items, Lud Wid and her friend would be liable. This would give the third girl too much ammo against them; they needed another plan.

Taking Things One Step Further

Although they were acting on impulse and the high of some girl’s night wine, they weren’t being overly harsh or destructive. They packed up everything from the bathroom and bedroom neatly and made a point of packing everything practically and within reach.


But that didn’t mean that they were done when the packing finished. Oh no, they were going to take things even further. They decided to change the locks to the house. Whether they had locks on hand or had to buy some, they changed them. This roommate would be in for a surprise when she got back.

Can You Legally Lock Out A Roommate?

If you didn’t already know, all of this was being broadcast on the social media platform Tik Tok. It gained quite a lot of views very quickly. Comments flowed in as the girls posted clips of their eviction work, but not everyone was cheering them on.


There were lots of commenters raising some valid concerns about the actions of the two girls. One of which was the legality of their actions. Of course, these were valid concerns, and some of the people commenting may have had Lud Wid’s best interest at heart, but it didn’t stop them from continuing with their mission.

But Still… Was It Legal?

According to the legal website nolo.com, it’s illegal to lock out a tenant. This applies to the landlord and includes incidents of damage to property, poor maintenance, or, the one we’re dealing with here, missing rent payments. This is probably why the commenters raised the alarm when they saw what was going on.


The truth is that the girls were treading a rather thin line and could easily have been arrested and had charges pressed against them. Not to say that couldn’t still happen, but while they were doing their eviction, it didn’t seem like they cared very much about getting caught.

Could Their Actions Cost Them More?

While these girls were evicting their housemates with immediate effect for missing a few months of rent, their actions could have seen them sued for a lot more. This was at least according to nolo.com. The site lists several viable reasons to sue Lud Wid for what she and her friend were doing.


One of those things was the financial loss of paying to live somewhere else while they were locked out. This could cost the person evicting dearly, especially if the issues run on or the evicted tenant chooses expensive accommodation to live in during this time.

There Are No Other Options Either

Think you can turn off the power if you have a bad tenant? Think again. This strategy will also get you sued. The offended tenant can sue you for any food and perishable that went off in their fridge while the power was out. The irony is that they can do it while still living on the property.


Fortunately, this scenario wouldn’t occur for Lud Wud because they live communally and could not put the power off, lest they spite themselves because they’re probably using a communal fridge. It would be fascinating to know if they were aware of the repercussions they could face.

So What Is The Right Way To Do It

Unless they believe that a tenant won’t take them to court, the best route for a landlord to take when evicting someone is the most legal way. The first thing that needs to happen is the agreement must be ended. Then they need to give the tenant notice.


Nolo.com says the tenant should have until the end of the notice period to find a new living space. Of course, they can also change the situation by proving themselves to the landlord and changing their mind about evicting. But barring that happening, if the tenant doesn’t leave after the notice period, the landlord can file a lawsuit to evict.

As Things Calmed Down, The Girls Used Some Sense

Having packed all of their housemates' stuff and changed the locks, Lud Wud and her friend started thinking clearer. They didn’t figure out yet what they were going to do with all this stuff, which was taking up space in the house.


This appeared to be the best option since they didn’t want to leave the stuff out on the porch where it could be damaged, a hazard, or worse, get stolen. This could put them in big trouble and, like the rest of the offenses mentioned, could cost them lots of money.

A Genius, Although Costly Solution

Seeking out a safe and legal way to get rid of the offending roommate’s stuff, Lud Wud had a genius idea. They decided to send the no rent tenant’s stuff somewhere safe. That somewhere safe just so happened to be her parents’ house.


This was a classy move and a smart one because it got rid of the third roommate and her stuff safely and securely. They even found and paid for a moving company to make the move, which was impressive considering the time of night they were operating.

Just Left It Outside On The Porch

So what happened to the stuff after it left with the moving company? The girls made a follow-up video when it arrived at her parents’ house, and it showed the nonpaying roommate's items standing around on her parents’ lawn. There were several items, including a bed, sofa, dressing table, and a chest of drawers. 


If the neighbors had come outside they would have thought it was a yard sale. If it were a yard sale, the third housemate could have made enough money to pay the three-month rent she owes.

They Gave Her Notice… Kind Of

Despite her gung ho eviction, Lud Wid considers herself a nice person. She said as much when she let those following this saga know that she did give her friend notice. But it must have been on the same night they did the packing since this was an impromptu move.


But in America, depending on which state you’re in, notice could be three days or 30 days. This gives the tenant time to either find a new place to live or make it right with the landlord, pay the rent owing, and agree to continue staying on the property.

But She Was Three Months Behind?

But maybe Lud Wid and her roommate thought that, because the third tenant was three months behind, they could just give her a minute’s notice. That's not how it works, though. Evictions work from the time the landlord actioned the termination of the lease, not from when the tenant last paid their rent.


We need to remember that in this case, the two girls doing the evicting were not even the landlord but the tenants themselves. Maybe they would have been better off following their legal route, i.e., going to the landlord with their concerns and letting him do the evicting.

But Where Is The Cat?

Even more, concerns were raised when the commenters noticed something in the videos. There was a cat tree being packed away as well. The question wasn’t about people wanting the cat tree; it was about where the cat was. There was never any sight or mention of a cat throughout the scenario.


But knowing the backlash she would get from cat lovers and a potential countrywide manhunt as in the Netflix Documentary "Don't F^ck With Cats?" Lud Wid calmed everyone down. She let them know that there was no cat and that this was just an interior décor item owned by the roommate in question.

Prepared For Anything

As per the physics principles, every action has an equal and opposite reaction. Based on this alone, Lud Wid should have known that her eviction action would get a reaction from the offending roommate. Nothing came immediately, but she was indeed prepared for it.


She even said as much in the comments of her Tik Tok post. She claimed that she was ready for anything her soon-to-be former roommate would throw at her. She was either a very smart girl with an argument prepared, or she thought she could bypass any action because she wasn’t the landlord.

How Can A Roommate Evict Another Roommate

Often the content related to evictions is aimed at those who own the property, i.e., the landlords. But what does the law say about the roommates evicting roommates? There is a legal route for roommates as well, although this depends on which state you’re in.


This legal route is also dependent on who is paying rental to whom. If one tenant is paying rent to another, then they become a sub-tenant. This leaves them under the power of that tenant and hence evictable by them. Locking out is still unlawful, though, and the evicted tenant can take action. This is according to lawyer Edward FS Deignan.

An Even Better Option for Disgruntled Roommates

To avoid being evicted for nonpayment of rent, tenants must always ensure that their rental is paid up. This is why everyone must pay their portion of the rent. But if one person doesn’t pay, it puts the onus on the rest of the housemates to carry the slack. 


But if this does happen, the paying roommates can sue the non-paying one for not paying rent. As per nolo.com, you’ll need to have your ducks in a row. This means you need documented proof that the rent was shared and that the person hasn’t been bringing their part. This can come in the form of bank statements.

And Judge Judy Can Help With This… Or Any Small Claims Court For That Matter

These are the kinds of cases you would usually find on courthouse shows like “Judge Judy.” If you remember that show, you know that she has dealt with many cases involving tenants, landlords, and even roommates and roommates. This is exactly the kind of court you want to go to for this case. 


This is also perfect because you don’t have any lawyer's fees since you don’t need a lawyer. Everything is handled by a judge and is resolved on the day the case is presented. You can also claim for between $5k and $10k.

Getting Your Ducks In An Row

Going to the small claims court isn’t a walk in the park. You have no lawyer and need a watertight case to present to the presiding judge. It’s unclear whether Lud Wid and her friend had the necessary proof to have a waterproof case.


It’s doubtful that they even had proof that the third roommate had broken the agreement. But one thing they have done is make their own lives more challenging by locking her out of the house. They could also face backlash because of moving and touching her things, especially if something had been damaged.

The Most Important Things For a Watertight Case

The most important thing that people need when making a valid case in court is paperwork. If everything is done on paper, then there is proof that action was taken. That is why a lease is drawn up and why legally, a cancellation and eviction document must be present to use in court if things get ugly.


If Lud Wid wanted to take things the legal route, she would need proof that a transgression occurred. This could come from a letter of demand to the transgressing roommate or testimony from the landlord that payment wasn’t coming from one of the tenants.

The Would Also Need Other Proof

This paperwork goes hand in hand with proof that there was an agreement (Lease agreement). But there is still one more criterion that needs to be fulfilled for a watertight case; they were actually under financial strain because of covering the rent for someone else. 


This may be unfair because, regardless of whether it can be afforded, you shouldn’t have to pay someone else way. But the court needs to know how badly affected those who paid were. Whether it holds any weight in the judge's decision is unclear, but it would add weight if there were a negative impact.

Despite This, The Transgressor Can Still Argue a Point

In court, a judge is obliged to listen to both sides of the story. This means that no matter how watertight your case is, the offending tenant can still tear into it if they are well prepared. If you have all of your paperwork in order, this is what they will likely try.


One thing is trying to prove the paperwork shoddy, even on a technicality such as a missing signature. Then there are any other transgressions like locking them out or moving their things. This is what could make Lud Wid’s case difficult… if she went to court.

There have been other acts of Revenge

To recap, communal living is one of the most common means of living for young people worldwide. So Lud Wid wasn’t the first person to get so angry with a housemate that she did something bold; hell, she isn’t even the first person to do this and share it on Tik Tok.


There was a similar incident in England where someone name Nat Openshaw took revenge on their roommate by wrapping their entire room in tin foil, including an intimate toy. This after the roommate took a mattress from his room. He even posted a reaction video when his housemate returned.

Going Viral on Tik Tok

Social media can be fascinating. Some people use it for fame, while others to keep in touch with family. Then some just have it for fun. It’s unclear why Lud Wid is on Tik Tik, but she found fame thanks to her video and was trending for a few days for this effort.


The post has been seen over 900k times and is still generating interest. It also generated quite a few comments, which in turn just led to the post becoming more popular. Lud Wid seemed to have found her 15 minutes of fame with this incident.

Mostly Supportive Comments

Of the comments generated by the post, most were in support of the girls' decision to evict their roommate. Some accused them of being too nice about the situation, especially in terms of giving her so much time and organizing a moving company to take the stuff away.


Some say they wouldn’t have been nearly as nice, while others believed that the girls took too long to take action. Either way, the consensus was that people were behind them, and this must have given them more confidence to go through with their plans.

As Expected, some Disagreed

Of course, where some support a cause, some disagree with what is happening. Most of the people who didn’t agree with what they were doing cited the legal implications. Most of were people said that the non-paying roommate's name was on the lease there could be legal implications.


They also said that they hoped Lud Wid had everything she needed to back herself up in court. The one thing about the naysayers is that they weren’t really with the non-paying roommate, they were just concerned by the legal ramifications that could come due to some of the things the two girls did.

Nothing Was Ever heard From The Non-Paying Roommate

While this story has been touching on the eviction portrayed by Lud Wid and her roommate, as well as the legal ramifications and options for them and the roommate being evicted. Most of the talking has been done by hose doing the eviction, with the evictee remaining silent throughout.


There are many reasons for this. Maybe she is still formulating her retaliation. Maybe she has accepted that she was in the wrong, and perhaps getting away without paying rent for three months suits her just fine. There has never been any follow-up on what she has to say though.

Some Saw The Funny Side

Of course, if there's one thing in abundance on Social media it’s humor. One of the commenters reminded viewers of this point when they decided to share a joke about the situation, pointing out that she too had an issue with roommates not paying rent.


It turns out her tenants hadn’t been paying rent for even longer than Lud Wid’s evicted roommate. One of them had been skipping for three years, while the other had been doing so for just under a year. Luckily there was a punchline to all this insanity, as it turned out it was this woman’s children who were the freeloaders.

Life After Eviction

Once the fame and discussion faded away, Lud Wid and her roommate had to get on with life. And that means continuing to split the rent two ways, at least until they find another roommate to fill the gap left behind by the evicted tenant.


It would be great to know if they ever did get calls from fellow people wanting to share a home with them. They do have a reputation for evicting non-paying roommates. What if no one wants to live with them now because of that reputation. Proof that maybe it wasn’t a good idea to share it on social media.

There Are More Questions Than Answers

In the end, many aspects of this situation remain unanswered. Was this just a tenant or a friend who never paid the rent? Also, where was she throughout the whole ordeal? And also, how did she react when she discovered what had happened? It couldn’t have been pretty in the beginning right?


In the end, this is a story about two sides who wronged one another. The nonpaying roommate got away with three months’ rent, while Lud Wid pulled bad illegal moves. There is also the one question: Why wasn’t she paying? Maybe she was having a tough time financially and just needed some patience from her roommates.