Clark Residence Harassment: A Tenant's Account

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Clark Residence: Reciprocal Abuse and Tenant Disputes

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Briefing Document: Tenant Disputes and Abuse Allegations at Clark Residence

Overview

This briefing document synthesizes information from several "Elder Abuse Restraining Order Request" forms (EA-100 and EA-110) and an "Incident Statement" from the California Tenants Union, detailing ongoing disputes and allegations of abuse among residents, security personnel, and property management at the Clark Residence at 306 Loma Drive, Los Angeles, CA 90017. The core issue revolves around multiple parties seeking restraining orders against each other, citing various forms of abuse, harassment, and unsafe conditions. Notably, two individuals, David Nash Stabolito and Hector Paco, are involved in reciprocal allegations, each portraying themselves as the victim and the other as the abuser. Additionally, Hector Paco has filed a restraining order request against the property manager, Cibeles Alcaraz.

Key Individuals and Their Roles

David Nash Stabolito: Resident of Clark Residence, President of the California Tenants Union, and President of the Clark Residence Council (Pro Tem). He is seeking a restraining order against Hector Paco. Stabolito is diagnosed with schizoaffective disorder and is in the pre-stages of dementia, making him "especially vulnerable to stress, confusion, and emotional instability."

Hector Paco: Resident of Clark Residence. He is seeking restraining orders against David Nash Stabolito and Cibeles Alcaraz. Paco has physical and mental limitations, including high blood pressure, HIV, and "ulcerative depression and a mental health disorder," which cause fatigue, difficulty concentrating, and heightened anxiety.

Cibeles Alcaraz: Property Manager at Clark Residence. She is the subject of a restraining order request by Hector Paco. Her apartment and workplace are on the same property as the residents.

Jay Doe: Resident of Clark Residence, referred to as Hector Paco's neighbor. He is the person from whom Hector Paco is seeking protection in one of the EA-100 forms. It's important to note that the name "Jay Doe" and "John Doe" appear to be used interchangeably or as placeholders in Hector Paco's second EA-100.

Lucas: A friend of Hector Paco who was involved in an incident with a security guard.

Main Themes and Most Important Ideas/Facts

1. Reciprocal Allegations of Abuse Between David Nash Stabolito and Hector Paco

Stabolito's Allegations Against Paco:

Nature of Abuse: Paco has engaged in a "pattern of abusive behavior" since September 1, including "verbal and psychological forms, including harassment, intimidation, and actions intended to cause distress and emotional harm." Stabolito reports "repeated verbal outbursts, threatening remarks, and hostile confrontations."

Third-Party Harassment: Paco allegedly used unnamed third parties to send "threatening in nature" text messages to Stabolito. Examples include: "Hey nash we know u are a snitch and u keep fucking with Hector a old man that wouldn't do anything but help everyone he can we sick of you're ways and going to put a stop to cure b.s" and "Remember what happens to snitches." Another message included personal insults and implied future harm: "You don’t change, Nash. You don’t get why things keep going wrong for you. That little one word—karma. Watch what happens in your life for the next few months."

Impact on Stabolito: The abuse has "intensified his mental health challenges by increasing paranoia, fear, and anxiety, further restricting his ability to carry out normal daily activities."

Requested Orders: Stabolito seeks personal conduct orders (no abuse, no contact), a 100-yard stay-away order (acknowledging it will affect Paco's access to his home/work), an order for Paco to move out of the residence due to his "documented history of bringing unsafe individuals into the building," and mandatory counseling/anger management for Paco. Stabolito also requests that Paco be prohibited from bringing guests who are "homeless, Persons who are members of gangs, Persons affiliated with organized criminal groups."

Lack of Notice for TRO: Stabolito did not inform Paco of the Temporary Restraining Order request because "giving him advance notice would place the protected person and other tenants in immediate danger of harm, intimidation, or retaliation."

Paco's Allegations Against Jay Doe/Stabolito:

Nature of Abuse: On September 5, 2025, Paco describes an incident where a resident "tried to hit me, accusing me of ‘bringing in homeless people.’" The person "lingered by the entrance watching me." Paco states, "This was the very first time I ever saw this person, and they do not know me either." The EA-100 form lists "Stabolito part of the end" as who else was there during this abuse, indicating Stabolito's involvement.

Impact on Paco: His "heightened anxiety, stress, and difficulty concentrating" are worsened by such incidents.

Requested Orders: Paco seeks personal conduct orders (no contact, no approaching residence/common areas when he is present), a 100-yard stay-away order for Jay Doe (acknowledging it will affect common area use), and mandatory counseling/anger management for Jay Doe "because his behavior shows difficulty controlling anger."

Lack of Notice for TRO: Paco did not inform Jay Doe of the TRO request because "service has not yet been completed by a neutral third party." He also states, "informing him directly could put Hector Paco at risk of further threats or harm."

2. Hector Paco's Allegations Against Cibeles Alcaraz (Property Manager)

Nature of Abuse:August 22, 2025: Alcaraz "confronted us, ordered my guest to leave, and then forcibly removed both my guest and me from the building. This was an unlawful and intimidating act."

July 2025 (Previous Abuse): While Paco was using a communal shower, Alcaraz "knock[ed] on the door" and "stated that she wanted to see who was inside the shower with me." Paco found this "highly degrading, a violation of my privacy, and a situation that made me feel unsafe."

Security Guard Incident (September 5, 2025): The California Tenants Union complaint (authored by David Nash Stabolito) details an incident where a security guard acted "unprofessional, discriminatory, and potentially unlawful." The guard allegedly used a homophobic slur ("faggot"), attempted to provoke Paco's guest into a fight, and struck the guest. The incident escalated off-property, leading to the guest's arrest. Alcaraz is listed as a recipient of this complaint, implying responsibility as the community manager. Paco's separate EA-100 against Jay Doe also refers to this date, suggesting Jay Doe was involved in the physical confrontation mentioned in the Tenants Union report.

Impact on Paco: The landlord's actions caused "humiliation, emotional distress, and fear, while also worsening my medical conditions." His "medical and mental health limitations" make him "especially affected by the landlord’s actions."

Requested Orders: Paco seeks comprehensive personal conduct orders (no harassment, threats, intimidation, contact, surveillance, or interference with common areas), tailored stay-away orders (e.g., 10-15 feet inside common areas), exclusive use/quiet enjoyment orders, property and records protection, and "No Retaliation in Housing" orders (no eviction, rent increases). He specifically requests that all legitimate landlord communications be routed through his Union Tenants Rep. He also seeks an order for Cibeles Alcaraz to move out of the residence, citing her "ongoing conduct" and "bringing in unsafe individuals and creating repeated disturbances."

Court's Initial Response: The court "grants conduct orders only at this time." It explicitly states that "It is not clear from the petition what distance the respondent can maintain while at work or in their own residence. The Court grants conduct orders only at this time. Many of the additional orders requested are included in the conduct orders, which include orders to not disturb the petitioner's peace. The Court declines to make more explicit orders absent further information at a noticed hearing."

Notice for TRO: Paco requested less than five days' notice for the hearing because Alcaraz, as property manager, "lives and works on the same premises," and he believes "providing the full 5 days’ notice before the hearing may place me at risk of further harassment, retaliation, or interference."

3. Vulnerability of Protected Individuals

Both David Nash Stabolito and Hector Paco claim significant physical and mental health conditions that make them "especially vulnerable" to abuse and stress.

Stabolito: Schizoaffective disorder and pre-stages of dementia, leading to "paranoia, fear, and anxiety" and interfering with daily activities.

Paco: High blood pressure, HIV, ulcerative depression, and a mental health disorder, causing "fatigue, difficulty concentrating, and increased vulnerability to stress."

4. Role of the California Tenants Union

The California Tenants Union, where Stabolito is President, is actively involved in advocating for tenants' rights at Clark Residence.

The Union operates under federal and state regulations, including HUD Tenant Participation Regulations, Los Angeles Municipal Code 8.52.130 (Tenant Anti-Harassment Ordinance), and California Civil Code §§ 1942.5 (Protection Against Retaliation) and 1942.4 (Landlord Responsibilities).

The Union's complaint regarding the September 5 security guard incident highlights issues of "Excessive Force & Assault," "Discrimination & Harassment" (including homophobic slurs), and "Professional Misconduct & Scope of Authority." This complaint was circulated to the security company manager, property manager (Cibeles Alcaraz), Community Oversight/Association Boards, and the LA Times, among others. The complaint explicitly states that the recording of the incident "will be submitted as evidence in court."

5. Procedural Details of Restraining Orders

The EA-100 forms are mandatory Judicial Council of California forms for requesting Elder or Dependent Adult Abuse Restraining Orders.

"Abuse" is defined broadly to include "physical abuse, neglect, financial abuse, abandonment, isolation, abduction, or other treatment with resulting physical harm or pain or mental suffering; or The withholding by a caretaker of goods or services that are necessary to avoid physical harm or mental suffering."

Temporary Restraining Orders (TROs) can be issued until a hearing. If granted, the restrained person is prohibited from owning firearms, firearm parts, or ammunition.

Less than five days' notice for a hearing can be requested if there's a risk of further harm or retaliation.

The court has discretion in granting specific orders, particularly regarding stay-away distances that might impact a respondent's ability to access their home or work, especially when parties reside in the same building.

Conclusion

The situation at Clark Residence is characterized by a high degree of interpersonal conflict and allegations of abuse among residents and management, exacerbated by the reported vulnerabilities of the protected parties. The California Tenants Union is a significant actor, providing advocacy and documenting incidents, suggesting a broader pattern of tenant rights issues at the property. The reciprocal nature of the restraining order requests indicates a complex and volatile environment that requires careful judicial consideration of all claims and the unique circumstances of each party. The court's initial reluctance to issue broad stay-away orders without more information at a hearing underscores the challenges of balancing protection for alleged victims with the practicalities of shared living spaces.