by Timothy Rutt
The DA filed charges against Anna Moskovyan of Van Nuys, 30, on March 21. The 36-count indictment alleges "multiple counts of Grand Theft, and the Recording of False and Fraudulent Documents," according to a press release.
Moskovyan is charged with recording fradulent grant deeds and mechanic's liens on foreclosed properties, and fraudulently transferring real estate to herself. Officials say the actions took place between April 2010 and June 2012.
Mechanic's liens were recorded on properties in Altadena, Canoga Park, Canyon Country, Cerritos, Diamond Bar, Downey, Hacienda Heights, La Canada, La Mirada, La Puente, Lakewood, North Hollywood, North Hills, Northridge, Monterey Park, Valencia and Valley Village. According to the district attorney, Moskovyan would record the liens for painting work that was never done on the titles of real estate properties that were in foreclosure. Several financial institutions paid Moskovyan to remove the fraudulent liens in order to clear the titles so the properties could be foreclosed upon and resold.
Moskovyan is currently in custody with a bail of $1.24 million. The next court date is April 16, 2013.
