Landlord Arrested After Using Roach Bombs to Illegally Evict Family, Hospitalizing 4-Year-Old

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Woman Allegedly Used Bug Foggers to Evict Family, Facing Assault and Child A-buse Charges Nashville, Tenn. (July 4, 2025) – Authorities in Davidson County have arrested 23‑year‑old Ervyana L. Davis in connection with a potentially dangerous eviction attempt, involving chemical foggers and a family with a young child. Davis is now facing four felony charges: two counts of assault (domestic fear of bodily injury) and two counts of child a-buse for harming a child under the age of eight . According to sheriff’s office records, Davis allegedly placed between five and sixteen bug foggers—standard “total release foggers” used for pest control—inside her rental unit during the early hours of Wednesday. Inside the apartment was a family including a four-year-old child. The child’s father reported that the child suddenly began coughing and struggling to breathe, prompting emergency transport to a local hospital for evaluation Police Response and Investigation Court documents state that Davis initially contacted law enforcement before deploying the foggers, requesting their assistance to evict the tenant family. She was informed police could not intervene in landlord–tenant disputes and was advised to pursue formal eviction processes . Detectives believe Davis left the premises and later returned to deploy the foggers intentionally . The motive behind this extreme measure remains unclear, and authorities say more details may surface during Davis’s court appearance scheduled for July 7 . Health and Safety Concerns Bug foggers, or “bug bombs,” are not benign pest-control tools. They release chemical pesticides into enclosed spaces and can cause respiratory distress, headaches, nausea, and other symptoms if misused or used in occupied spaces . Fogger misuse has previously resulted in serious health risks, such as respiratory distress and even rare fatalities . Placing multiple foggers in an occupied apartment created a potentially toxic environment—especially hazardous for children—according to safety experts. Legal and Social Implications This incident highlights a troubling intersection between landlord–tenant tensions and chemical endangerment. The charges against Davis reflect serious criminal liability for deploying pesticides in an occupied dwelling. If convicted, Davis could face significant penalties, including prison, fines, and mandatory child safety programs. More broadly, the case raises questions about tenants’ and landlords’ recourse in disputes and may prompt calls for clearer guidance on legal eviction procedures to prevent similar incidents. Child welfare advocates have taken note. Tennessee law imposes strict penalties for any action that endangers minors; authorities say they will closely monitor the child’s recovery and consider additional charges if necessary. The Tennessee Department of Children’s Services reminds residents they can report suspected child a-buse via its 24/7 hotline Reactions and Expert Commentary No public statement has yet been issued by Davis or her legal representatives. Meanwhile, law enforcement officials underscore that “eviction is a civil—not criminal—matter,” and advising citizens against taking self-help measures that could cause harm. Pest-control safety specialists stress that use of foggers should only occur in unoccupied and sealed areas, with proper ventilation and adherence to label instructions—none of which were followed in this case . Tennessee legal observers suggest that this incident may lead to increased awareness among landlords and tenants regarding permissible eviction tactics, and possibly new city or state procedures for tenant removal. Outlook and Next Steps As Davis faces arraignment on July 7, prosecutors will determine whether additional charges will be filed depending on the child’s health outcomes and further evidence. Legal experts expect her trial could establish precedent in similar landlord–tenant disputes involving hazardous substances. Observers also anticipate renewed foc

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