WARREN A federal court has dismissed a lawsuit filed by the owner of a commercial building, claiming Warren city officials trespassed when they inspected the property for possible blight and safety conditions.

U.S. District Judge Benita Y. Pearson granted summary judgment on Wednesday to the defendants in the case, effectively ending the lawsuit.

Robert Harvey III had claimed the city interfered with his right to use and maintain his property at 369 Tod Avenue. His lawsuit alleged that city officials engaged in trespassing, illegal searches and seizures, and malicious prosecution. He also accused the city of intentional negligence, a breach of fiduciary duty, and an “outright betrayal of the public trust” that caused property damage and harm.

The defendants in the case were the City o

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