Sunday, November 30, 2014

Hired Caregiver Charged with Financial Exploitation of Patient


A hired caregiver faces charges of financial exploitation of a patient in Albertson Park.

New Castle County Police have announced the arrest of the Wilmington nurse's assistant, Chudilya Williams, after a family member of her infirmed client notified police of recent unauthorized debit card transactions.

According to police, Williams had used the card to make illegitimate ATM withdrawals as well as purchases at stores and restaurants for more than $1,300.

The victim is described as a 70-year-old woman who is unable to walk. The family hired the caregiver to help with daily activities.

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Hired Caregiver Charged with Financial Exploitation of Patient

1 comment:

Rachel said...

Caregivers who exploit the helpless should receive a stiffer penalty.