All articles tagged with #elder abuse
An 86-year-old woman from NYC lost $700,000 to a sophisticated scam that exploited her age-related memory loss, leading her to make unauthorized withdrawals. Her family is now suing Bank of America and Merrill Lynch for negligence, arguing that the banks failed to flag unusual activity despite her history of small withdrawals and added oversight.
A 95-year-old woman, Galina Smirnova, was charged with the murder of her 89-year-old roommate, Nina Kravtsov, a Holocaust survivor, at a Brooklyn nursing home after allegedly beating her to death. Kravtsov, who survived the Holocaust and had a history of health issues, was found bloodied and unresponsive, later dying from blunt force trauma. Smirnova, a dementia patient, has pleaded not guilty and is held without bail.
Gladys Knight denies elder abuse claims made by her son, Shanga Hankerson, who alleges her health is at risk due to her touring schedule and has filed a complaint with authorities. Knight asserts she is healthy and enjoying her performances, while her son expresses concern over her well-being and safety.
Priscilla Presley is being sued for $50 million by her former partners, Brigitte Kruse and Kevin Fialko, who accuse her of elder abuse, fraud, and breach of contract, including allegations that she hastened her daughter Lisa Marie Presley's death for financial gain. The lawsuit also involves claims of manipulation over her daughter's estate and disputes over trust amendments, with Priscilla denying the allegations and calling the lawsuit meritless.
Smokey Robinson has filed a $500 million counter-complaint against four former employees who previously sued him for $50 million, alleging sexual battery and assault, claiming the accusations are fabricated and part of an extortion scheme. The Robinsons deny the allegations, describe their relationship with the accusers as familial, and accuse the women of misconduct, including theft and defamation. The case involves complex legal disputes, including a motion to dismiss the original suit for improper filing under fictitious names, amid an active criminal investigation.
Smokey Robinson has filed a $500 million defamation and elder abuse lawsuit against four former housekeepers who previously accused him of sexual harassment and rape, claiming they fabricated the allegations to extort money and slander his reputation, while also alleging misconduct by their lawyer during a press conference.
An 89-year-old New Jersey man, Christopher Sessa, who was arrested for tying his wife with dementia to a chair in a hotel room, has been granted permission to visit her under supervision at a care facility. Sessa was initially charged with false imprisonment and elder abuse, and his wife is now in state custody.
A California man, Nicholas Hostetler, was arrested after randomly punching two elderly men in separate incidents and posing for a photo after one attack. Hostetler was identified through a photo taken by one of the victims and was arrested with the help of his parents. He faces charges of elder abuse and battery on an officer.
A 25-year-old California man, Nicholas Hostetler, was arrested after randomly punching two elderly men in separate incidents in Campbell. In one case, he posed for a photo taken by the victim, which helped police identify him. Hostetler was charged with elder abuse and battery on an officer after allegedly kicking an officer during booking.
Orlando City Commissioner Regina Hill has been indicted for allegedly misappropriating around $100,000 from a 96-year-old woman's accounts to fund home renovations, luxury items, and personal treatments. Hill, who gained power of attorney over the elderly woman, is accused of using the woman's resources for her own benefit. The case involves three properties owned or co-owned by the woman, with allegations of Hill and her associates living in and renovating the homes without paying rent or obtaining proper permits. Hill denies the charges and asserts her care for the woman, while the legal proceedings continue.
Three adults were arrested in Ceres, California, after a welfare check led to the discovery of 86 dogs and several people living in deplorable conditions. An older woman and a young girl were placed in protective custody, while the adults were arrested for investigation of child abuse, elder abuse, and animal cruelty. The dogs were taken in by the Stanislaus Animal Services Agency, which issued an appeal for donations and assistance from rescue organizations.
Four suspects have been identified in the murder of 96-year-old Violet Alberts in Santa Barbara County, California. The suspects, including Pauline Macareno, are facing charges ranging from murder to conspiracy and solicitation of murder. Macareno allegedly targeted Alberts for her wealth and orchestrated fraudulent transactions to gain control over her assets. Alberts was found dead in her home, and authorities believe she was asphyxiated. The suspects are currently in custody, and the investigation is ongoing.
A 96-year-old widow in Montecito, California, was allegedly killed in a murder-for-hire plot involving financial exploitation and elder abuse. The victim, Violet Evelyn Alberts, was found dead in her home, and authorities uncovered a scheme where she was manipulated into signing over her valuable property. The central figure in the manipulation, Pauline Macareno, was recently sentenced to six years in prison for fraud related to the case. Three other individuals have been arrested in connection with the murder, and the investigation is ongoing.
A 96-year-old California woman, Violet Evelyn Alberts, was found dead in her home in a murder-for-hire plot allegedly orchestrated by individuals who financially exploited her. The scheme involved elder abuse, fraud, and manipulation of legal documents, leading to the fraudulent acquisition of her property. Four suspects have been arrested and charged, with one recently being arrested for murder and conspiracy to murder Alberts. The motive for her death is believed to be the acceleration of her passing to fraudulently obtain her property.
A 96-year-old widow in Montecito, California, was allegedly killed in a murder-for-hire plot orchestrated by individuals who financially exploited her. The victim, Violet Evelyn Alberts, was found dead in her home, and investigations revealed that she had been deceived into signing over her valuable property. The main suspect, Pauline Macareno, was sentenced to six years in prison for fraud related to the case, and three other individuals were arrested in connection with the crime. The sheriff described Alberts as a vibrant and cherished figure in the community, and the investigation is ongoing.