Oscar discovered a hidden room in their apartment filled with money, potentially connected to their criminal landlord.
Turning the money over to the police has left Oscar feeling trapped and uncertain about the outcome of the case.
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Discovering Hidden Money in the Apartment
Oscar, a pseudonym to protect their identity, found a hidden room behind a door in their apartment. Inside the room, they discovered two trash bags filled with hundreds of thousands of dollars in cash. Unsure of what to do, Oscar called their grandmother, who advised them to call the police. The police arrived, counted the money, and said if it is not connected to a crime and no one claims it, Oscar could potentially have a claim to it.
Suspicions about the Landlord
Oscar began to suspect that their landlord, who they disliked and believed was involved in criminal activity, may be connected to the hidden money. They discovered news headlines about the landlord facing legal trouble. Later, Oscar heard their landlord and another person searching for the money behind the wall, confirming their suspicions. When confronted, the landlord denied any involvement and left.
Uncertain Future and Ethical Dilemma
Since turning the money over to the police, Oscar has had no updates about the case. They have tried contacting lawyers, but have been told they cannot take any action until the case concludes, which may take years. As an illegal immigrant and financially stretched, Oscar feels trapped. While they daydream about what they could have done with the money to help others and improve their own life, the ethical dilemma remains.
What happens when you stumble on something with the potential to change your life? Oscar (not their real name) was going through a rough patch in life when they found a bag of money in their dim basement apartment in Montreal. It was enough to propel their life in a different direction. First, they almost had a panic attack. Later, a gnawing regret consumed them.
“This Is Uncomfortable” is Reema Khrais, Donna Tam, Megan Detrie, Peter Balonon-Rosen, Camila Kerwin, Phoebe Unterman, Marque Greene and Serena Chow.
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