Airbnb plans to sue renter of Pittsburgh property where party was held before mass shooting
Airbnb announced Monday that it intends to file a civil suit against the person who rented the East Allegheny unit where two teenagers died and eight others were shot at an underage party early Sunday.
The company had said Sunday that the renter would be banned for life from renting through Airbnb, which has strict policies against guests holding parties.
"We will pursue legal claims and damages based on violation of Airbnb’s Community Standards and Terms of Service, nuisance, and that the guest booked the listing under false pretenses," the company said in a statement.
Under its agreement with property owners, Airbnb insures them against damages by renters.
Airbnb has taken down the rental listing for the property at 900 Madison Ave., which is owned by 900 North Group LLC. The owners could not be reached for comment.
The property continues to be listed through another rental service, Vrbo. Under that listing, the second and third floor of the building, plus a rooftop deck, rents for $599 a night.
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