UPDATE: Influencer Pei ‘Lu’ Chung, notorious for her dine-and-dash antics, is facing imminent eviction from her upscale Brooklyn apartment, managed by former New York Governor Eliot Spitzer. Court documents reveal that Chung has failed to pay rent on her $3,350-a-month studio since 2023 and now owes over $40,000 in back rent. A judge has ordered her to vacate by December 1, 2025, intensifying her ongoing legal troubles.
The situation has escalated dramatically as Chung, aged 34, has been arrested seven times in recent weeks for allegedly skipping out on high-end restaurant bills in the Williamsburg area. Witnesses report her bizarre behavior, including late-night outbursts and disturbing neighborly peace, prompting frequent police visits.
Spitzer, who transitioned to real estate after resigning in disgrace in 2008, oversees an apartment complex valued at over $650 million. He humorously lamented in an interview, “I tried to get reservations at some of those restaurants and I couldn’t.” His management of Chung’s apartment has become a public relations challenge, with neighbors expressing their frustrations about her disruptive living habits.
Chung’s eviction process began after she reportedly stopped paying rent following her claims that building management was charging her double for amenities. This behavior spiraled into a series of disturbing incidents, including loud music, vandalism, and aggressive interactions with neighbors. One resident, who requested anonymity, described her as “a disruptive and unnerving presence” whose actions have led to multiple police interventions.
In chilling detail, Chung has been accused of leaving unsettling items outside neighbors’ doors and making bizarre claims about threats against her. The NYPD has conducted numerous welfare checks, including a notable incident where officers forcibly entered her apartment after reports of her screaming in Mandarin.
As her eviction date approaches, Chung’s legal issues continue to mount. She is due back in court in December to address her theft of services charges, just days after her expected eviction. This situation highlights a troubling intersection of social media fame, erratic behavior, and significant legal consequences.
Residents are left wondering what the future holds for their community as Chung’s eviction looms. As her story unfolds, it raises critical questions about the responsibilities of influencers and the impact of social media fame on real-life conduct and community relations.
Stay tuned for further updates on this developing story.
