No one said not to report it just that it might not have the results you want. If you wish to file complaint with Police then do so. You have nothing to lose
The landlord is working on resolving the flood damage and tenant was given a place to stay. The Landlord did not cause flood nor was he required to say why dwelling was remodeled
Your mistake was not giving landlord a deposit. This deposit would help cover any damages that need to be dealt with to make dwelling rentable again. Carpet cleanning is pretty much a norm when preparing a dwelling for new renters
If the Landlord resolves any current issue no he has no grounds to break lease. If the 'assumed" issue comes up later the tenant can address it with landlord then
You can take this issue to court but I doubt you will prevail and it will likely cost more than the money your seeking. Long as you held keys you had access to unit and still had possesion. Your own post here you admit you "knew" you would be charged if you did not get keys returned ASAP. by the...