David Copperfield bought a Manhattan penthouse. Then he disappeared.

Some neighbors say it has turned into an eyesore and a health hazard.

View in browser|nytimes.com August 28, 2024 In 1997, David Copperfield moved into a sprawling four-floor penthouse in Midtown Manhattan. Dorothy Hong A lawsuit now accuses him of abandoning it in a "trashed" state. → Sign Up for The Great Read On weekdays and Sundays, we recommend one piece of exceptional writing from The Times — a narrative or essay that takes you someplace you might not expect to go. Get it in your inbox Need help? Review our newsletter help page or contact us for assistance. You received this message because you signed up for updates from The New York Times. To stop receiving From The Times, unsubscribe. To opt out of other promotional emails from The Times, including those regarding The Athletic, manage your email settings. To opt out of updates and offers sent from The Athletic, submit a request. Subscribe to The TimesGet The New York Times app Connect with us on: Change Your EmailPrivacy PolicyContact UsCalifornia Notices The New York Times Company. 620 Eighth Avenue New York, NY 10018