Post date: May 21, 2011 1:12:49 PM
Fallen IMF chief Dominique Strauss-Kahn has trouble finding suitable accommodation after having been released on bail, as he awaits trial for allegedly trying to rape a hotel housekeeper.
USA-STRAUSS-KAHN HOUSING UPDATE - A mob of reporters camp outside a Manhattan apartment block where former IMF chief Dominique Strauss-Kahn is rumored to be staying during his trial.Residents, bombarded with flashing cameras and microphones, hope Strauss-Kahn will find other accommodation.
GEMMA HARDING, RESIDENT
"Obviously, I don't like it. It's kind of a little bit scary to come out and get mobbed by camera crews."
Strauss-Kahn was indicted last Saturday for allegedly trying to rape a hotel housekeeper.
After posting his $1 million dollar bail, the 62-year-old was taken to another apartment on Broadway until more permanent accommodations can be found.
His lawyer blames the media for Strauss-Kahn's housing problems.
WILLIAM TAYLOR, DEFENSE ATTORNEY FOR DOMINIQUE STRAUSS-KAHN
"The reason that he had to move is because members of the press attempted to invade his private residence and interfered with his family's privacy. And I'm asking all of you please respect this family's privacy."
Strauss-Kahn, who denies the charges, will be guarded at all times and must wear a tracking device on his ankle.
Jessica Gray, Reuters