Police confront woman living in grocery store sign in Michigan

MLive

21 May 202407:50

Summary

TLDRThe transcript details a tense interaction between an individual living on a rooftop and authorities who are urging them to leave due to liability concerns. The person, referred to as 'roof ninja' or 'Spiderman,' is given a deadline to vacate the premises within 24 hours. Despite their initial plans to move their belongings to a storage unit, they are told they must leave immediately and cannot take anything with them. The individual expresses concern about leaving behind sensitive items and their 'makashi,' a weapon that has been reported stolen. The authorities reassure them that their belongings will be safe and that they can retrieve them later, under certain conditions. The conversation reveals the individual's unique lifestyle and the challenges they face in complying with societal norms and regulations.

Takeaways

🔓 The individual is being asked to unlock something, presumably a door or gate, by Central 4156.
🛍️ The person is trying to retrieve their belongings so they can leave the location quickly.
⏳ They are under a time constraint, needing to move out within 24 hours.
👥 The individual has spoken to a manager about their situation, indicating a complex issue involving multiple parties.
🚫 There is a liability concern for the manager due to the person's presence on the roof.
👮‍♂️ The individual is being told that they will be trespassed from the property and must leave with the authorities.
🧳 The person's belongings will be collected and stored elsewhere, with the possibility of them returning to retrieve them later.
🤔 There is a discussion about how the person managed to get their belongings onto the roof and how they will be moved off.
🕊️ The manager is described as being 'super cool' and having no ill will towards the individual, despite the situation.
🗣️ The individual has a nickname, 'roof ninja', given to them by others who have seen them on the roof.
🗡️ The person mentions having a 'makashi' with them, indicating they carry some form of weapon, though it has not been used.

Q & A

What is the main issue that the manager has with the person on the roof?
-The main issue is a liability concern for the manager, as the person being on the roof poses a significant liability risk.
What does the person on the roof plan to do within the next 24 hours?
-The person on the roof plans to move out and get away from the current situation within 24 hours.
Why is the person on the roof being asked to leave immediately?
-The person is being asked to leave immediately because the manager wants them off the roof as quickly as possible to mitigate the liability issue.
What is the person on the roof's concern about leaving without taking their belongings?
-The person is concerned about leaving their belongings behind, as they do not want to leave any of their stuff behind and have plans to move it to a storage unit.
What is the plan for the person's belongings after they leave the roof?
-The belongings will be collected by the head boss and placed somewhere on the property, and the person will be able to come back within a few days to retrieve them.
What does the person on the roof intend to do with their belongings before being asked to leave?
-The person planned to call their boss, inform them they won't be able to come to work, get a truck, and move their belongings to a storage unit as soon as possible.
How does the person on the roof get their belongings onto and off the roof?
-The person has managed to get their belongings onto and off the roof through multiple trips, carrying items such as clothing and bedding.
What nickname has the person on the roof been given by others?
-The person on the roof has been given the nickname 'Roof Ninja' or 'Spiderman' by others.
Why does the person on the roof have a makashi with them?
-The person has a makashi with them because they don't want anyone to be alarmed, and it has not been used since someone stole the handle of their sword.
How long has the person been living on the roof?
-The person has been living on the roof for about a year.
What is the significance of the roof as a location for the person?
-The roof is an old safe spot for the person, as their family has been in Midland for a long time and there are certain spots considered safe during certain events.

Outlines

00:00

🏚️ Rooftop Eviction and Negotiation

The first paragraph describes a tense situation where an individual is being asked to leave a rooftop property due to liability concerns. The person, referred to as 'Central 4156', is in a hurry to move out within 24 hours to escape an unspecified situation. The individual has spoken with the manager, who is on the ground and insists on the urgency of the situation. The manager wants the person to leave immediately, and the individual is trying to figure out how to retrieve their belongings without causing further issues. The conversation involves discussions about the process of removal, the individual's concerns about leaving belongings behind, and the manager's intentions to ensure the belongings are protected. There is also mention of the individual's plan to move their stuff to a storage unit and the nickname 'roof ninja' given by others due to the person's rooftop dwelling.

05:00

🕵️‍♂️ The Rooftop Safe Spot and Its History

In the second paragraph, the individual reveals that the rooftop has been a traditional safe spot for their family, who are long-time residents of Midland. The person explains that there are certain spots that become safe during specific events, and this rooftop is one of them. However, it is no longer a safe spot due to the current circumstances. The individual also discusses the practicalities of living on the rooftop, such as dealing with cold winters and the lack of amenities like lighting. There is a brief mention of a thunderstorm and the individual's preparedness for such weather conditions. The conversation ends with the person being urged to leave the rooftop and gather their essentials, such as their phone and ID, before descending with the help of a ladder. The manager's understanding and lack of ill will towards the individual are emphasized, highlighting the cooperative nature of the eviction process.

Mindmap

Keywords

💡Liability

Liability refers to the legal responsibility for one's actions or for a situation. In the video's context, the individual's presence on the roof is considered a liability issue for the manager, as it poses a potential risk or danger that could result in legal consequences for the property owner. This is evident when the script mentions, 'the biggest thing it's a liability issue for her okay you being, up here is a big time liability issue.'

💡Manager

A manager in this context is someone who oversees and is responsible for the administration of a property or a business. The manager in the video is concerned about the individual's presence on the roof and wants them to leave, as it poses a liability. The script illustrates this with phrases like, 'I talked to the manager and I talked to, the manager she's down on the on the, ground the the biggest thing it's a, liability issue for her.'

💡Trespassing

Trespassing is the act of entering someone's property without permission. In the video, the individual is warned that they will be trespassed from the property, meaning they will not be allowed to return without explicit permission. The script states, 'you're going to be trespassed, from the property so if you try to come, back to gather your things without them, calling you first you can be arrested, for, that very well okay.'

💡Property

Property refers to a piece of land or a building that is owned or managed by someone. In this video, the property in question is the roof where the individual has been staying. The script mentions the property in relation to the individual's belongings, 'well we'll find out but, you are on their property so you have, got no standing whatsoever.'

💡Nickname

A nickname is a substitute for a person's real name, often given to someone based on a characteristic or an event. In the video, the individual has been given the nickname 'roof ninja' or 'Spiderman' due to their ability to move around on the roof without being detected. The script includes this when it says, 'you got a you got a nickname too, but what's that H Spiderman no roof, ninja.'

💡Makashi

Makashi is a term that seems to refer to a weapon or an item of concern to the individual in the video. It is mentioned that the individual has a makashi with them, which has not been used and is a point of concern. The script states, 'the only thing that I'm worried, about is I don't want anybody being, alarmed because um I do have my makashi, with me I don't know what that is it has, not been used.'

💡Storage Unit

A storage unit is a space rented by an individual or a business to store goods or personal belongings. In the video, the individual plans to move their belongings from the roof to a storage unit. The script provides this context: 'I was, going to go get a truck and that I was, going to move my stuff from here, ASAP back to my storage unit and then, that would be that.'

💡Nicknames

Nicknames are informal names given to individuals, often based on their characteristics or actions. In the video, the individual is referred to by nicknames such as 'roof ninja' and 'Spiderman,' indicating their stealthy presence on the roof. The script mentions, 'but what's that H Spiderman no roof, ninja tell me that ain't cool that's, true.'

💡Concern

Concern in this context refers to worry or unease about a situation. The individual in the video expresses concern about their belongings and the potential for people to be alarmed by their presence or possessions, such as their makashi. The script shows this concern when the individual says, 'the only thing that I'm worried, about is I don't want anybody being, alarmed because um I do have my makashi, with me.'

💡Safe Spot

A safe spot is a location that is considered secure or free from danger. The individual in the video refers to the roof as an old safe spot, indicating that it was a place they felt secure in the past. The script includes this when the individual says, 'this is actually an old safe, spot of yours no it's an old um safe, spot, in see my family has been here in, Midland for as long as I like I've been, here like like a founder of Midland okay, and there's like certain spots that when, um certain event starts into place that, are considered like safe spots this one, of them.'

Highlights

Individual is being asked to leave the property due to liability issues.

The manager is concerned about the individual's presence on the roof.

The individual plans to move out within 24 hours.

The individual's belongings will be collected and stored by the property.

The individual is not allowed to return to the roof without permission.

The individual has a nickname 'Roof Ninja' due to their rooftop dwelling.

The individual has been living on the roof for about a year.

The individual mentions having a 'makashi' with them, causing concern.

The individual is concerned about being seen moving their belongings.

The individual has a plan to move their belongings to a storage unit.

The individual is being offered assistance to safely descend from the roof.

The individual discusses the process of how they got their belongings onto the roof.

The individual's family has a history in Midland, influencing their choice of the rooftop as a safe spot.

The individual mentions dealing with cold weather and having strategies to cope.

The individual expresses concern about their privacy and the smell of garlic.

The individual is provided with instructions on what to bring when leaving the roof.

The individual is reassured that their belongings will be protected and not stolen.

The individual is warned about the potential for arrest if they return to the property without permission.