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City of Fort Worth files lawsuit to have East Lancaster property declared a nuisance
By Dominga Gutierrez at NBC DFW
· July 7, 2026
· 2 min read
The city of Fort Worth has filed a lawsuit seeking to reduce crime at a property on East Lancaster. The lawsuit seeks to have the Central Motel at 5800 E. Lancaster Avenue declared a common nuisance under Chapter 125 of the Texas Civil Practice and Remedies Code, alleging the property has been the s
Key takeaway The lawsuit seeks to have the Central Motel at 5800 E.
Why this matters in The Fort Worth
The city's lawsuit against the Central Motel on East Lancaster Avenue is the latest effort to tackle persistent crime hotspots in Fort Worth. This move is particularly significant given the property's history of prostitution, narcotics offenses, and violent crimes, which have likely strained resources for the Fort Worth Police Department. The involvement of the Nuisance Enforcement Task Force, established just last year, suggests a coordinated approach to holding property owners accountable for conditions that enable chronic criminal activity. If successful, the lawsuit could set a precedent for similar actions against other problematic properties, potentially improving safety in neighborhoods across the city. Residents in the area will be watching closely to see if the court-ordered measures can effectively reduce crime and improve quality of life. Meanwhile, the city's willingness to use Chapter 125 of the Texas Civil Practice and Remedies Code may encourage other property owners to proactively address crime concerns on their premises.
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Category: safety ·
Published: July 7, 2026 ·
Source: NBC DFW ·
Reading time: 2 min
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What is this story about? The city of Fort Worth has filed a lawsuit seeking to reduce crime at a property on East Lancaster. The lawsuit seeks to have the Central Motel at 5800 E. Lancaster Avenue declared a common nuisance under Chapter 125 of the Texas Civil Practice and Remedies Code, alleging the property has been the s
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