Malibu Billionaire Accused of Stealing Public Beach Sand

Lawsuit claims Milwaukee Brewers owner violated permits during construction on Broad Beach, sparking environmental concerns.

James Kohlberg alleges Mark Attanasio used heavy machinery to move sand from public beach to private property.
The lawsuit cites violations of the California Coastal Act and claims of public and private nuisance.
Attanasio's attorney asserts compliance with all permits and describes the work as emergency repairs.
California Coastal Commission has launched an investigation but has not halted the project.
The dispute highlights ongoing issues of coastal erosion and resource conflicts in Malibu.