Two people were arrested in connection with a criminal case involving an elderly person after the police believed they were abusing and stealing money from the man.
According to reports, last November, an elderly man who was residing in a nursing home and receiving medical care was released into the custody of a 58-year-old man, despite the facility warning that the move would likely cause his health to suffer. Approximately five months later, the authorities were notified about a situation involving possible domestic violence, and the police were sent to the home where the former patient was currently residing. When they arrived and approached the residence, they reported that a man and woman were standing at the front door and yelling at each other. They soon learned that the argument was about the elderly man, who was reportedly found in poor physical health.
When they looked into the situation, the authorities reportedly discovered a record showing that the 58-year-old had taken more than $40,000 from the alleged victim’s bank accounts. They suspected he had stolen the money and that the woman was also involved in the situation.
On April 7, the man, who was listed as residing in the city of Iowa, was driving when officers from the Jennings Police Department pulled over the vehicle. The man was taken into custody and booked into the Jefferson Davis Parish Jail for multiple preliminary charges including cruelty to the infirmed, exploitation of the infirmed, and theft valued at $25,000 or more. The woman, who is a Jennings local, was also housed in the Jefferson Davis Parish Jail. She is expected to face charges of cruelty to the infirmed, exploitation of the infirmed, and theft valued at $25,000 or more. According to facility records, each suspect is currently being held in lieu of a $60,000 bond.
If you or someone you love is suspected of a criminal offense, contact Orange County criminal defense lawyer Staycie R. Sena at (949) 477-8088 for a consultation now.