For years, an iron gate with Egyptian statues in Damascus, Oregon became famous online. People created wild stories about secret cults, ancient temples, and underground societies.
“Oculus Anubis” was never real. The internet just gave this name to a property they didn’t understand. The truth is much simpler: this property was built with money stolen through healthcare fraud.
This property has a complex history that explains why it looks so mysterious. What started as a normal family home became the center of a major healthcare fraud scheme.
1970s-1999
The Neal Family Home
In the early 1970s, Sharon Neal and her now deceased husband, Dr. Dean Neal, purchased approximately 10 acres at 17700 SE Forest Hill Drive in Damascus, Oregon. Dr. Dean Neal was an ophthalmologist and owned his own medical practice called "20/20 Eye Care."
In the late 1990s, The Neals began experiencing financial hardships as they lived beyond their means, overspending on luxury hotels, expensive vacations, travel, and costly items. They lost the property in foreclosure in 1999 but continued to reside on it while renting month-to-month from the new owners.
2002-2003
Anthony's Fake Identity & Marriage
Sometime prior to 2002, Anthony Curtis Neal (Sharon and Dean's son) created a fake identity and obtained a passport and credit cards in the name of "Vincent Knight" because he had already ruined his real credit by not paying back debts and owed tens of thousands of dollars to various financial institutions. He used this false identity for international travel to different countries including Russia.
In 2002, Anthony Neal and Natalia met and got married in Russia. In 2003, Natalia moved to the US while still learning English. In 2006, Natalia became a US citizen. The couple had two children during their marriage.
2000-2015
The Healthcare Fraud
In the early 2000s, Dr. Dean Neal and his son Anthony Neal created a scheme where they would double-bill patients thereby defrauding Medicare, Medicaid, and the IRS of approximately $3 million.
Dr. Dean Neal, Sharon Neal & Anthony Neal (The Neals) used this stolen money to fund their dream of buying back their lost family property and building something elaborate on it.
2008
Using Natalia as a Pawn
In 2008, Anthony Neal convinced Natalia to get a mortgage and promised that the eye care business would cover all the monthly payments. The Neals arranged for a transfer of title from Charles Clayton (the owner at that time) to Natalia. The transfer saddled her with a mortgage of approximately $690,000.
Unknown to Natalia, the actual reason for the transfer was to avoid creditors and to protect the property from potential seizure should their healthcare fraud scam ever be discovered.
Around 2013, one of the doctors in Dr. Dean Neal's practice blew the whistle. An FBI investigation followed. In May 2015, before Dr. Dean Neal could be criminally charged, he died of a stroke.
However, Anthony Neal was charged and convicted in the US District Court for Oregon (Case: USDC Oregon 3:16-CR-0266-JO). In June 2017, Anthony Neal was sent to federal prison for one year and ordered to pay restitution of approximately $3 million.
In January 2017, Natalia learned that Anthony had brought a woman named Vlada Khoruzhenko from Ukraine to the US and was leading a double life. In April 2017, he filed for divorce and threatened to move Natalia and the kids out "with police" if she didn't leave voluntarily.
Anthony told Natalia his plan was to bring Vlada to live with his mother Sharon Neal while he served his jail sentence. Natalia refused to leave her home. The divorce was finalized in March 2018, with Anthony giving up all property rights and agreeing never to make claims to the property.
Why It Looks So Mysterious
The unfinished mysterious architecture
The unusual architecture that caught the internet's attention was never fully finished. When the FBI investigation started and Anthony was convicted, all construction stopped. What's left is an unfinished building built with stolen healthcare fraud money - not the mystical temple people imagine.
There is one tunnel on the property, but it was built to meet building codes, not for any mysterious purposes like the internet thinks.
Chapter 2
Photo Gallery
See the actual property and understand the difference between reality and internet fiction.
After Anthony went to prison and divorced Natalia, Sharon Neal attempted to complicate the clear property ownership through frivolous legal claims, creating unnecessary family conflict.
Legal Owner
"Natalia A. Neal is the sole legal owner of 17700 SE Forest Hill Drive."
Natalia purchased the property using her established credit, taking out a $690,000 mortgage that made her solely responsible for all monthly payments. When Anthony and Natalia divorced, Anthony relinquished all his rights to the property.
Despite this clear legal arrangement, Sharon Neal has repeatedly attempted to claim legal title to the property through multiple lawsuits challenging the property ownership. Her litigation efforts have extended through various court levels, including petitions to the Supreme Court, which rejected her claims. These unsuccessful legal challenges have further complicated Natalia's efforts to have Sharon Neal evicted from the property while providing no legitimate basis for Sharon Neal's continued residence there.
Sharon Neal has remained on the property without authorization since the 2017 divorce proceedings. Under Oregon law, residing on property without the owner's permission constitutes squatting.
"The property serves as the primary residence for Natalia, her children, and her family from Russia, while also operating as a working organic farm."
Sharon Neal, a holdover from Natalia and Anthony Neal's divorce, also occupies the premises without authorization or lease agreement. Since 2018, Sharon Neal has refused to contribute to any shared living expenses—not a single dollar towards rent, electricity, maintenance, or taxes. Her only token payment has been an average of $85/month directly to Sunrise Water Authority, a minimal amount that barely covers her own consumption and stands in stark contrast to the thousands Natalia pays annually to keep the property livable. Sharon Neal provides no assistance whatsoever, yet continues to reside at the property while generating significant strain and financial hardship for Natalia's family, including excessive utility consumption and repeated legal actions. Sharon Neal has employed various litigation strategies, including fabricated elder abuse restraining orders, appeals processes and bankruptcy filings, resulting in prolonged legal proceedings that have delayed her removal from the property.
Important Legal Fact
No one else has any legal claim to this property. Despite rumors of "working to buy" or "future ownership," no legal agreements exist between the owner and these individuals, and the claims are entirely false.
Chapter 4
2017–2025: Legal Harassment and Federal Fraud Pattern
This section details Sharon Neal’s systematic campaign of abusive litigation and court manipulation. Since 2017, she has filed over twelve separate lawsuits against property owner Natalia Neal in an attempt to unlawfully seize the property.
Phase 1
Vexatious Litigant Status
Sharon Neal was officially declared a vexatious litigant in October 2020 after filing over twelve separate lawsuits against Natalia Neal in Clackamas County alone since 2017.
The court found she engaged in a "pattern of abusive litigation" designed to harass rather than seek legitimate legal relief.
Natalia’s attorney petitioned the court to order Sharon Neal to pay $125,125.50 in attorney fees for defending against her frivolous lawsuits. Sharon immediately appealed, then filed for Chapter 7 bankruptcy to wipe out the debt while continuing to file new cases. She ultimately lost the appeal.
This ongoing harassment has forced Natalia to devote enormous resources to legal defense while also supporting her children and maintaining the farm.
Between 2017 and 2020, Sharon Neal filed at least seven temporary restraining orders (TROs) against Natalia, including a filing in Washington County based on false residency claims. In each case, Sharon falsely represented herself as the legal owner of the Damascus property, a requirement under Oregon law for seeking removal of a resident. These false claims allowed her to temporarily force Natalia and her young children (Sharon's grandchildren) from their home, often for weeks at a time, before the courts had a chance to review the facts. All of the TROs were eventually dismissed at the first opportunity for hearing, and appellate courts consistently upheld those dismissals.
Quiet Title Actions
Sharon Neal repeatedly attempted to illegitimately claim ownership of the Damascus property through fraudulent quiet title lawsuits. Each case was dismissed or ruled against, reaffirming that she held no legal interest in the property.
Probate Fraud
Sharon attempted to open probate proceedings in three different Oregon counties, falsely claiming to act on behalf of the Estate of Dean Neal. All efforts were rejected due to her lack of legal standing and material misrepresentations, with judges recognizing the filings as unlawful and made in bad faith.
Bankruptcy Abuse
Sharon filed a fraudulent involuntary bankruptcy petition against Natalia in an effort to cloud title and delay ongoing litigation. The court ultimately sided with Natalia, dismissed the case, and acknowledged the petition as a bad-faith abuse of the bankruptcy system.
Phase 4
Impact on Children and Pets
The consequences of Sharon Neal's fraudulent restraining orders extended beyond legal proceedings, affecting innocent children and animals. Natalia's two young children were displaced from their home through emergency court removals, with no advance notice and no opportunity to protect or care for their pets. The family maintained a Persian cat and a small hamster, both of which remained inside the home during the forced eviction.
Natalia arranged for a trusted friend to escort her children to the property to provide care for the animals. However, on one occasion when they approached the residence, Sharon Neal confronted them by pursuing them in her black Mercedes and demanding they leave what she claimed as "her" property, despite having no legal ownership.
In this incident, Sharon's own grandchild (Natalia's daughter) was forced off the road by Sharon's vehicle near the gated entrance and had to run through blackberry bushes to exit the property. She sustained a leg wound during the escape, suffering cuts and scratches while pushing through the thorny vegetation.
With limited alternatives available, Natalia was required to arrange private, attorney-supervised visits to the property to ensure the pets received essential care. While the Persian cat survived, she experienced discomfort from overgrown claws that had curved into the soft pads of her paws. Upon their return, Natalia transported the cat to DoveLewis Emergency Animal Hospital for corrective surgery. Unfortunately, the hamster did not survive the disruptions and neglect caused by Sharon's interference and blocked property access.
Phase 5
Court-Documented Fraud
Fraud Upon the Court
Judge Norby found that Sharon Neal committed fraud by lying about her residence to obtain jurisdiction in Washington County after her petition was dismissed in Clackamas County. She then filed an ex parte restraining order petition there, falsely claiming full ownership of the property and seeking to evict Natalia and her children: a clear case of judge shopping and fraud.
False Restraining Order Claims
All restraining order petitions filed by Sharon Neal were based on fabricated events (such as physical assault, nearly being run over with a car, theft of prescription drugs, and tampering with her car wheels) that were each proven in court to be false.
False Certificates
Filed false certificates of service claiming she served legal papers when she had not
Probate Fraud
Courts in 3 counties found her probate attempts were "filed for an improper and unlawful purpose"
Three Oregon counties independently denied Sharon Neal's probate petitions as fraudulent, lacking legal standing, and disconnected from any legitimate estate interest.
4
courts sanctioning Sharon
7
false restraining orders
3
counties rejecting probate
Forum Shopping Across Oregon
Sharon cycled filings through Clackamas (home jurisdiction), Washington County (false residency for TROs), and Deschutes County (probate gambit) to hunt for a favorable judge. Each court independently rejected the claims as improper or unlawful.
Clackamas County·Property location
Washington County·False-address TRO filings
Deschutes County·Probate forum shopping attempt
Chapter 5
Sharon Neal's Coordination with Anthony
This section reveals the coordinated efforts between two criminals to control the property. Court records indicate that Sharon Neal's campaign of harassment was not carried out alone. She acted in concert with her convicted felon son, Anthony Neal, orchestrating a coordinated family effort to fraudulently obtain control of the property through false claims and abusive litigation.
August 17, 2018
Anthony's Control from Behind the Scenes
Sharon Neal was deposed on August 17, 2018 in case 18CV02117. In her deposition, she admitted that she had not drafted the pleadings that she filed with the Court against Natalia. Instead, Sharon Neal's lawsuits were drafted by Anthony Neal and his third wife Vlada.
Sharon Neal acknowledged that her son Anthony was "acting behind the scenes so that he could obtain title to the property." This means Anthony was coordinating the legal harassment campaign from federal prison through his mother, attempting to circumvent his divorce agreement where he gave up all property rights.
During the same lengthy two-hour deposition, Sharon Neal's story began to unravel. Initially providing evasive responses, she eventually cracked under questioning and admitted "it was her desire to 'tear down [Natalia Neal's] reputation any way [she could].'"
This revelation exposed the truth: her actions weren't about legitimate property disputes or legal claims. They were part of a calculated campaign to destroy a mother trying to raise two children after being abandoned by her criminal ex-husband, and to take her property.
After the deposition ended, Sharon Neal contacted the Canby Police Department and attempted to have both Natalia's lawyer Ryan Adams and Natalia arrested, claiming a violation of the restraining order in case 18PO01353.
Sharon Neal also filed for a modification of the restraining order, a criminal contempt case (18CN03897), and for sanctions in case 18CV02117. In each instance, Sharon Neal's fabricated claims were dismissed by the court.
Natalia was awarded attorney fees under ORS 20.105 in case 18CN03897 due to the frivolous nature of Sharon's claims. Sharon Neal was found in contempt of Court in case 18CV02117.
Natalia was also awarded attorney fees for Sharon Neal willfully disobeying an Order of Court. The court issued a Limited Judgment and money award based on Sharon's Contempt of Court findings.
This section documents the ongoing financial manipulation and impact on Natalia's household. Beyond the legal harassment, Natalia and her family face ongoing financial abuse from both Anthony and Sharon Neal, creating additional hardship for the family trying to maintain their home and farm.
Unpaid Child Support And Estrangement
"In the divorce proceedings, Natalia was awarded monthly child support from Anthony Neal as part of a court-approved order intended to help meet the basic needs of their children. However, Anthony has refused to comply and now owes approximately $20,000 in unpaid support."
Due to this prolonged failure, the state suspended Anthony's driver's license for non-payment of child support. Despite this, he continues to drive illegally from Portland to Damascus, at least twice a week, to meet with his mother, Sharon Neal, just outside the gates of the property. These visits raise additional concerns about ongoing coordination and evasion of legal consequences.
Since the 2017 divorce, Anthony has not maintained any relationship with his children. He lives only 30 minutes away but has chosen to sever all contact, offering no support, no communication, and no involvement in their lives. Instead of fulfilling his role as a parent, he has aligned himself with Sharon Neal in a pattern of disruptive and harassing behavior that directly undermines the well-being of the family he abandoned.
Sharon Neal's Abuse of Utilities
"While Sharon Neal contributes only a small monthly payment to Sunrise Water Authority, she engages in excessive electricity consumption by operating multiple space heaters nearly 24/7, even during warm months."
These units are often left running while unattended or during her prolonged absences from the home, resulting in electric bills that regularly exceed $1,000 per month.
Over the years, Natalia has made numerous attempts, both directly and through Sharon's attorneys, including Edgar Diaz and later Trevor Robins, to persuade Sharon to either contribute toward the electric bill or reduce her extreme usage. These safety-driven and financially reasonable efforts were consistently ignored. Most recently, when confronted again about the issue, Sharon deflected by claiming the heaters had been stolen, conveniently during the summer when they would not have been needed.
The continuous and unsupervised use of high-wattage space heaters in an aging residential structure presents severe fire hazards, endangering not just property but also the safety of everyone here.
$20,000
Unpaid Child Support
8 Years
Total Estrangement
$1,000+
Monthly Electric Bills
~$150,000
Attorney Fees
Why This Continues: The property's outdated 1970s electrical system makes it very difficult and expensive to separate utility usage. Multiple attempts to modernize the electrical grid have been thwarted when Sharon Neal photographs and intimidates the electrical contractors, who refuse to return after being drawn into this ongoing dispute.
Legal Documentation
Complete Timeline with Case Numbers
A comprehensive chronology of legal harassment campaigns with official case numbers and court outcomes.
April 2017
Divorce Filing
Anthony Neal files for divorce and threatens to remove Natalia and her children from their home "with a police" if they do not leave voluntarily.
June 2017
Prison & Harassment Begins
Immediately after Anthony begins serving time in federal prison, a coordinated campaign of legal harassment is launched against Natalia Neal.
2017
2017 Legal Cases
17PO05496
First elder abuse restraining order — Dismissed.
17CV51714
Quiet title action — Dismissed; attorney fees awarded to Natalia. Appeal dismissed.
17CV03554
De Lage Landen Financial Services vs Natalia Neal — Sharon Neal later attempts to enforce this lien despite it being resolved via federal bankruptcy.
2018
2018 Escalation
18CV02117
Second quiet title action — Ultimately dismissed; attorney fees awarded to Natalia.
18PO00022
Second elder abuse restraining order — Resulted in displacement before being vacated.
18PO01353
Third elder abuse restraining order — Filed using fraudulent Washington County address; resulted in displacement before being vacated; dismissed.
18PO10814
Fourth elder abuse restraining order — TRO denied outright by court.
18CV50745 & 18CV53872
Probate cases — Both barred; Sharon continues pursuing despite restrictions.
2019
2019 Fraud Pattern
19PO01943
Another elder abuse restraining order — TRO granted then immediately dismissed same day for fraud.
Multiple fraudulent probate actions
Filed in Clackamas, Washington, and Deschutes counties, all dismissed as unlawful.
Fraudulent involuntary bankruptcy petition
Filed against Natalia in federal court. Dismissed for bad faith.
2020
Vexatious Litigant Status
20CV06001
Third quiet title action dismissed. Judge Roderick Boutin formally declares Sharon Neal a vexatious litigant and enjoins her from filing further cases without prior permission of the Presiding Judge. Sharon appeals and loses; appellate court affirms Natalia's position.
2024
Continued Violations
Sharon Neal continues attempting to initiate litigation despite restrictions.
24CV46220
Sharon Neal vs Natalia Neal, et al. — Filed without Presiding Judge's permission, violating vexatious litigant order. Judge Van Rysselberghe denies motion citing "litigation practices that consistently violate court rules and waste judicial resources." Case dismissed. Sharon appeals.
2025
2025 Continued Fraud
25PO07216
Another elder abuse restraining order — TRO granted and dismissed on court's own motion upon discovery of fraud by Sharon Neal.
Critical Pattern
During the same period she pursued relentless civil harassment against Natalia, Sharon Neal was simultaneously perpetrating a federal mail fraud scheme targeting Oregon businesses. This represents a coordinated pattern of using legal processes for criminal purposes. She was federally indicted in Case No. 3:24-cr-00437-SI (USA v. Sharon Neal). Over roughly two years she repeatedly sought trial continuances and date resets, prolonging the case. After the court found her incompetent to stand trial, the United States dismissed the indictment with prejudice on July 9, 2026, and the case was terminated without a trial.
Court Findings
Judge Quotes & Court Findings
Official findings by multiple judges documenting Sharon Neal's pattern of fraud and abuse of the legal system.
Judge Van Rysselberghe
2024 Ruling
"Ms. Neal does not hesitate to act outside the bounds of court orders, the Oregon Rules of Civil Procedure, or the truth."
In 2024, Judge Todd Van Rysselberghe denied Sharon Neal permission to file yet another lawsuit, finding that her actions demonstrated a clear "propensity to act in bad faith" and a consistent pattern of "misrepresentations or misleading exaggerations." He ruled that the complaint was submitted "for an improper purpose," describing it as duplicative, moot, and rooted in deceptive claims, particularly her concealment of the fact that she no longer had any legal interest in the property.
Judge Van Rysselberghe documented Sharon's abuse of court procedures, including repeated filings across multiple jurisdictions, serial misrepresentations to the Court, and efforts to re-litigate previously dismissed claims. He noted that she had "sued Natalia in Clackamas County in one manner or another upwards of eleven times since 2017," and that Sharon engaged in bad-faith delay tactics, frivolous appeals, improper service, and even falsified claims of danger (including exaggerated structural risks regarding the retaining wall).
The court ultimately concluded that Sharon Neal's "pattern of abusive litigation warrants wholesale rejection" of her complaint and affirmed that her repeated attempts to revive already-adjudicated issues were "vexatious" and aimed at harassment, not justice.
"Sharon Neal is declared a vexatious litigant and enjoined from filing further legal proceedings against Natalia Neal in Clackamas County Court without first obtaining the Presiding Judge's permission."
On October 9, 2020, Judge Roderick A. Boutin formally declared Sharon Neal a vexatious litigant in Case No. 20CV06001 and issued strict restrictions on her ability to continue filing lawsuits against Natalia Neal. This decision came after years of abusive legal filings that wasted court resources and harassed the opposing party. The court incorporated a previous 2018 order from Judge Kathie F. Steele, reinforcing Sharon's long history of litigation misconduct and repeated disregard for court orders.
To curb her misuse of the judicial system, Judge Boutin required Sharon to provide written notice to opposing counsel at least 48 hours before filing any motion or document related to Natalia. He emphasized that any violation of this condition could result in contempt of court. Additionally, Judge Boutin ordered that any certificate of service filed by Sharon must strictly comply with these terms, demonstrating a clear lack of trust in her previous filings.
The court denied Sharon's attempt to avoid being classified as vexatious, finding that her tactics (including misuse of subpoenas and serial filings of meritless motions) were part of a larger pattern of litigation abuse that had overstepped the bounds of lawful process.
"Plaintiff has repeatedly failed to follow the order(s) of this Court."
In 2018, Circuit Judge Kathie F. Steele issued a standing order in Case No. 18CV02117 requiring Sharon to provide at least 48 hours' written notice to opposing counsel before filing any motion or document involving Natalia Neal. The order warned that any violation would be "subject to punishment for contempt of court" due to Sharon's repeated misuse of emergency filings and attempts to blindside the opposing party.
"We have increasing concerns about fraud on the court, which can ultimately create a risk of criminality and criminal proceedings against Sharon Neal."
In early 2019, Judge Susie L. Norby issued a sharply worded decision after Sharon filed an ex parte restraining order petition falsely claiming full ownership of the property and seeking to evict Natalia and her children. The judge found that Sharon had filed the petition "with misleading and false information," and intentionally did so on a day the assigned judge was unavailable, so it would be reviewed by an uninformed judge. The court struck the restraining order immediately upon discovering the deception.
Judge Norby also emphasized that Sharon had already been told she must act only with an attorney and provide proper notice. Her failure to do so, combined with her misrepresentation of jurisdiction, constituted fraud upon the court. The judge's warning about potential criminal proceedings proved prophetic when Sharon was federally indicted in 2024.
These aren't opinions or allegations — these are official findings by multiple judges who have overseen Sharon Neal's cases. The courts have documented a clear pattern of fraud, abuse of the legal system, and criminal behavior spanning over seven years.
The November 2024 federal indictment followed years of that documented pattern — Judge Norby's 2019 warning about "criminality and criminal proceedings" proved prophetic — though after Sharon prolonged the case with repeated trial resets, the federal charges were dismissed with prejudice in July 2026 when the court found her incompetent to stand trial.
Key Finding
The same time period Sharon Neal was harassing Natalia through the courts (2018-2022), she was simultaneously operating her federal mail fraud scheme against Oregon businesses — showing a coordinated pattern of using legal processes for criminal purposes.
Family Conspiracy
Court records show Anthony Neal (a convicted federal felon) coordinated Sharon's harassment campaign from prison, with Sharon admitting Anthony and his new wife drafted her legal pleadings. This wasn't independent harassment — it was a family criminal conspiracy to circumvent Anthony's divorce agreement.
Chapter 7
The Fraud and Exploitation Timeline
The Neal family's pattern of creating fraudulent business entities spans decades, beginning with healthcare fraud schemes in the early 2000s and evolving into internet exploitation after the property gained viral attention. Various family members and opportunistic individuals have created fake businesses, social media campaigns, and fraudulent ventures to profit from both the healthcare system and public fascination with the property.
2004–2015
"Oculus Inc." by Sharon Neal
Sharon Neal established Oculus Inc. as a domestic business corporation on August 24, 2004. Federal authorities later identified it as a shell company used to conceal taxable income from the Neals' ophthalmology practice, Eye Care Services. According to prosecutors, Oculus Inc. laundered over $1.3 million annually from fraudulent healthcare billings, with most ECS revenue funneled into Oculus accounts to cover personal expenses while evading IRS detection.
On September 27, 2013, corporate records were manipulated through a fraudulent electronic filing that falsely listed Natalia Neal as President, Secretary, and Registered Agent of Oculus Inc. using an e-signature. Although Sharon had previously held all three roles, this falsified transfer gave the appearance of Natalia's control. After Oculus was administratively dissolved in October 2014, Sharon Neal personally signed and filed the reinstatement documents on February 27, 2015, despite the company purportedly being under Natalia's control.
In later bankruptcy proceedings, Natalia stated this forged corporate identity was then used to fraudulently obtain an $89,553.84 medical equipment lease with De Lage Landen in October 2013, without her knowledge or consent. When Oculus Inc. defaulted, Sharon acquired the resulting judgment from De Lage Landen in May 2020 as a tool to pursue Natalia's assets, placing a $185,592.94 lien against Natalia's residence until U.S. Bankruptcy Judge Peter McKittrick recognized the fraudulent scheme and granted Natalia federal protection in 2023.
Jasmine Shanks established a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization called "Oculus Anubis" (EIN: 93-2248324) under questionable circumstances, claiming to operate "a religious nonprofit guided by our sacred mission: to uphold justice, secure and preserve our sacred space." Through this organization, she solicited donations for acquiring the Damascus property, marketing it as their "future church property" despite having no legitimate claim to the contested location.
Her website made alarming but unsubstantiated claims about the property, describing "unauthorized occupants and intruders" and asserting they were "sharing resources and findings on terrorism and trafficking" with law enforcement. These serious allegations appear fabricated to create urgency around her fundraising efforts, misrepresenting a property ownership dispute as a national security matter without supporting evidence.
Shanks exploited legitimate social causes through deceptive marketing, promoting initiatives around "spiritual healing," "combating trafficking," and "standing against racism" while claiming to provide "a safe space for survivors." She boasted about raising "awareness among hundreds of thousands of visitors," using these humanitarian claims to legitimize what appears to be an elaborate donation scheme.
Sharon Neal created multiple "Behind The Gates" entities, starting with Behind The Gates, LLC in Wyoming in 2015 (which was revoked in 2016), followed by Behind The Gates, Inc. in Oregon in January 2018 using the alias "S. Elizabeth Petrik." Court records show this company was specifically created "for the purpose of defrauding PGE" (Portland General Electric) after Sharon stopped paying her share of their shared electric bill in 2018, while Natalia continued to pay her share.
When PGE shut off the power due to Sharon's non-payment, Sharon used the shell company to open a new utility account and restore electricity, circumventing the outstanding debt. The company promoted itself as "a private architectural and garden oasis supporting musicians and artists" and used photos of the property to advertise events and experiences, but court findings determined it was "a sham corporation created to defraud PGE, and used only for that purpose."
"Hazardous Property Management LLC" by Sharon Neal
Sharon Neal created Hazardous Property Management, LLC in New Mexico on July 30, 2019, using attorney Michael O. Stevens as the registered agent. The company was administratively revoked in October 2020 for failing to maintain compliance. However, Sharon later used this defunct entity to file for Chapter 7 bankruptcy in October 2022.
The Besson family, who owns property neighboring Natalia's Damascus property, filed their quiet title lawsuit (Case 19CV17248) against both Anthony Neal and Hazardous Property Management because Anthony had fraudulently recorded a fake deed purporting to grant portions of the Damascus property to this LLC, approximately six months after his release from federal prison. The Bessons needed to clear the cloud on their title created by this fraudulent deed. Sharon's strategic bankruptcy filing of the defunct LLC was timed to delay the quiet title proceedings during the critical final judgment phase, forcing additional months of litigation before the court could rule that Hazardous Property Management had no legitimate claim to the property.
Sharon Neal created an elaborate fake luxury venue website and registered Pyramid Forest LLC in Colorado on October 21, 2022, using Trevor D. Robins as registered agent. The company was administratively revoked in December 2023 for non-compliance. She filed with the SEC (Securities and Exchange Commission) to collect "investments" from potential victims.
The website promoted amenities like grand ballrooms, spas, vineyards, and "Himalayan salt saunas" that don't exist. The business address listed (21970 SE Highway 224, Damascus, OR 97089) is completely fictional. The registered agent address (230 NW Division Street, Gresham, OR 97030) belongs to Trevor D. Robins. Robins, who lives in Portugal, is also Sharon Neal's current attorney in civil cases against Natalia.
The website also fabricated business partnerships, claiming associations with "Edelweiss Construction," award-winning architect "Joseph Krause," interior designer "Sundos Alsaid," and "Ardiri Winery." None of these individuals or companies have any actual affiliation with Pyramid Forest. These partnerships were entirely fictional, designed to lend credibility to the fraudulent investment scheme.
Note: The Pyramid Forest website has since been taken down. The archived version linked above is hosted by the Wayback Machine, one of the internet's most trusted and longest-running archive services. It may take a moment to load — please be patient, as this is the authentic preserved version of the original site.
2022
"GoFundMe Deception" by Sharon Neal
The Fraudulent Campaign Orchestrated by Sharon Neal:
In April 2022, Sharon Neal launched a deceptive GoFundMe campaign under the guise of raising funds for legal fees to battle so-called "elder abuse" allegedly committed by her ex-daughter-in-law, Natalia Neal. The central falsehood of this campaign revolved around graphic photos of a vandalized bathroom. Sharon publicly claimed the damage had been done to her own home by Natalia. In reality, the photos were taken at a nearby tennis court (located hundreds of yards from Sharon's residence) and depicted unrelated vandalism from years earlier by unknown individuals.
Misleading the Public and Soliciting Money Under False Pretenses:
The campaign even drew attention from at least one prominent donor: Portland musician Michael Allen Harrison, known for performing for Bill Clinton, Al Gore, and the 14th Dalai Lama, donated $100. Sharon's narrative depicted Natalia as an "enormous Russian woman" supposedly towering over her by 14 inches, alleging physical assaults and life-threatening sabotage. Investigators familiar with the case found these claims to be entirely unsubstantiated and part of a broader pattern of emotional manipulation. One source close to the case described Sharon's tactics as "just another lie in hopes to elicit money from the public - her M.O."
A Longstanding Pattern of Legal Fraud:
This GoFundMe scheme was not an isolated incident. It fits into a broader pattern of fraudulent conduct by Sharon Neal. In late 2024, Sharon was federally charged with mail fraud for filing over 20 fraudulent small claims cases and unlawfully collecting more than $190,000 through fabricated legal filings. She prolonged that federal case with repeated trial continuances and date resets; it was dismissed with prejudice in July 2026 (Case No. 3:24-cr-00437-SI) after a finding of incompetence to stand trial, so there was no criminal trial on those charges. The GoFundMe campaign represents just one example of how Sharon weaponizes false narratives to obtain money and smear others, particularly Natalia, through deceitful public appeals.
Sources: Federal indictment Case No. 3:24-cr-00437 (USA v. Sharon Neal); investigative documentation from oculusanubis.tumblr.com; U.S. Department of Justice press release dated December 2024; GoFundMe campaign analysis by independent researchers.
Note: Sharon Neal's GoFundMe campaign has since been taken down. The link above points to an archived version preserved by the Wayback Machine. It may take a moment to load — please be patient, as this is the authentic preserved version of the original page.
Chapter 8
Timeline: From Family Home to Internet Mystery
The complete chronology showing how a family property became the center of fraud schemes and internet mythology.
1970s
Early Acquisition
Dr. Dean Neal and Sharon Neal acquire the Damascus property and transform it into a private estate, living well beyond modest means while maintaining the appearance of a quiet family life for decades.
1999
Property Lost
The family loses the property due to financial hardships but remains as month-to-month renters, dreaming of buying it back.
2000–2015
Healthcare Fraud Begins
Dr. Dean Neal and Anthony Neal orchestrate a $3 million healthcare fraud scheme, double-billing Medicare, Medicaid, and the IRS.
2002
Marriage in Russia
Anthony Neal marries Natalia in Russia.
2003
Moving to America
Natalia moves to the US while still learning English. In 2006, Natalia becomes a US citizen. The couple had two children during their marriage.
2008
Property Purchase
Natalia obtained a $690,000 mortgage from the bank to purchase the property from Charles Clayton. The mortgage payments were initially covered by Oculus Inc.
2015
Federal Conviction
Anthony Neal is indicted in U.S. District Court for Oregon, pleads guilty to federal charges, is convicted and sentenced to one year in federal prison. Construction stops.
2017–2025
Divorce & Harassment Begins
Anthony and Natalia's divorce is finalized. Sharon Neal begins a pattern of legal harassment against Natalia.
November 2024
Federal Indictment
Sharon Neal is federally indicted by a grand jury on five counts of mail fraud (Case No. 3:24-cr-00437-SI), accused of stealing over $190,000 across a four-year period. She is released on conditions. Over the next ~20 months she repeatedly moves to continue and reset the trial date, stretching the case while psychological evaluation materials are developed.
July 2026
Case Dismissed
After a competency hearing, Judge Michael H. Simon adopts the report of forensic psychologist Dr. Maureen Reardon and finds Sharon Neal incompetent to stand trial due to cognitive and psychiatric impairments. The United States moves to dismiss the indictment with prejudice; the court grants dismissal. Case terminated July 9, 2026 — no criminal trial.
Present
Sunny's Organic Farm
The property operates as Sunny's Organic Farm. Internet myths persist despite documented facts.
Chapter 9
Federal Criminal Charges
In November 2024, Sharon Neal was federally indicted by the grand jury for a sophisticated mail fraud scheme targeting Oregon businesses. She prolonged the case with repeated trial continuances and date resets. On July 9, 2026, the court found her incompetent to stand trial and the indictment was dismissed with prejudice — no criminal trial.
5
counts of mail fraud
$190K+
amount stolen
0
days of trial
Federal Criminal Indictment
Case:
United States v. Sharon Neal
Case No:
3:24-cr-00437-SI
Period:
August 2018 – November 2022
Outcome:
Dismissed with prejudice (7/9/2026) — incompetent to stand trial
Sharon Neal filed 20 fraudulent small claims against Oregon businesses on behalf of fictitious companies, sending empty envelopes instead of actual legal notices to ensure victims couldn't respond, then obtaining default judgments and garnishing their bank accounts. After indictment, she prolonged the federal case for roughly two years by repeatedly moving to continue and reset the trial date while competency materials were developed. Following a sealed report by forensic psychologist Dr. Maureen Reardon (Federal Bureau of Prisons background), the court found her incompetent to stand trial; the government then moved to dismiss with prejudice, and the case was terminated on July 9, 2026 without a criminal trial.
Today, this is the home of Sunny's Organic Farm, a private residence where Natalia's family operates an organic egg farm. The reality is far more ordinary than the internet myths suggest.
Internet Fiction
Actual Reality
Secret cult compound operations
Small organic egg farm operation
Underground tunnels and ritual spaces
Single tunnel built for building permits
Luxury event venue with spa facilities
Private family residence and home
Egyptian death cult religious activities
No public access or visitor events
Public events and mystical experiences
Built using stolen healthcare fraud money
Mysterious "Oculus Anubis" organization
Victim of ongoing Neal family harassment
Please Respect This Property and Family
This is private land where a family with children lives. No part of it is accessible to the public or associated with any past "Oculus" projects, current "Pyramid Forest" claims, or "Behind the Gates" ventures.
Any social media accounts, websites, or nonprofit organizations claiming otherwise are fraudulent and unauthorized.
Property vandalism has plagued the estate for years. Trespassers have repeatedly caused significant damage: one of the bronze lion statues was stolen, while the other was violently knocked off its pedestal and left dented in the center of the driveway. Heavy peach-colored marble vases were ripped from the walls and shattered. The outdoor tennis court bathroom was broken into and destroyed. Graffiti stains the unfinished construction walls, and once-vibrant flowering bushes along the road have been trampled and uprooted. One white marble statue was previously defaced with graffiti, which was later cleaned. Trash is regularly dumped across the property. Given the ongoing destruction, it's entirely justified that these individuals are not welcome back.
For the safety and wellbeing of the animals and residents who call this place home, we ask that you respect our privacy. You may contact the property directly and take photos from public areas, but do not enter the property past the gates without authorization from the owner.
No Trespassing
The property is clearly marked with no trespassing signs. Law enforcement takes violations seriously, and legal action will be pursued against anyone who illegally enters the property.
Respectful Photography
You may take photos from public areas and roads, but please do not enter the property past the gates without permission. Posting photos or videos that reveal private family areas constitutes harassment.
Legal Disclaimer
Personal Statement
This page was written and published by Natalia Neal in her personal capacity as the private homeowner of the Damascus property commonly referred to online as "Oculus Anubis."
While Natalia is the founder of Sunny's Organic Farm, this page is not a commercial statement made by Sunny's Organic Farm LLC and is not affiliated with any business activities.
All information presented is based on publicly available federal court records, official legal documents, and firsthand personal experience.
Documentation Sources
All information based on public court records, FBI press releases, and legal documentation.
This page reflects the personal knowledge and perspective of Natalia Neal, property owner. Federal court documents and legal filings are available upon request.
Contact: For questions regarding documentation or legal filings, please contact the property directly.
All case numbers and court findings cited herein are verifiable through public court records.
