Betty Kovac owns a farm on the outskirts of Zagreb, the capital of Croatia, known for its rich history and cultural attractions. In this area, the popular Jakusevec flea market takes place every Sunday, drawing locals and tourists alike. While many people enjoy the flea market, one resident, Pave Ov, who owns a farm near the market, doesn’t share the same sentiment.
Ov has been dealing with a recurring issue – people parking on his land. Despite his efforts to discourage this behavior, including putting up “no parking” signs, visitors continued to trespass and park on his property. Frustrated by the continuous disregard for his requests, Ov decided to take matters into his own hands.
On November 16, 2015, Ov confronted the ongoing parking issue. Seeing a line of cars parked from one end of his property to the other, he grabbed his camera to document the events that would unfold. With two rows of vehicles occupying his land, Ov fired up his plow and began plowing the ground between the parked cars.
The reaction from the people who found themselves plowed in was a mix of surprise and anger. Some even called the police, hoping to have Ov prosecuted for his actions. However, since it was his property, and the trespassers were warned with signs, the police informed the callers that Ov had the right to plow his land, and there was little they could do.
Ov later uploaded the video of his revenge to YouTube, where it quickly went viral. Viewers expressed a range of opinions, with many supporting Ov’s actions. Some felt it served as a valuable lesson to those who continued to park on his land without permission.
The video inspired discussions and stories from other YouTube users who shared similar experiences. One user recounted a neighbor building a fence around an area where numerous cars were parked without permission, effectively trapping them inside for the day. Another user from West Country England posted a picture of a tractor moving an illegally parked Mazda from his driveway, emphasizing the importance of respecting private property.
The stories shared in response to Ov’s video generally convey a simple message – don’t park where you’re not supposed to. While parking illegally might be convenient for the offender, it can be a significant inconvenience for property owners, and they are within their rights to take action.
