Rumford Woman Accused of Elder Abuse, Financial Exploitation of Elder Family Member

Rumford Woman Accused of Elder Abuse, Financial Exploitation of Elder Family Member

A Rumford woman accused of elder abuse and financial exploitation for allegedly stealing more than $1,000 from an elderly relative for whom she was the primary caretaker was arrested on multiple felony charges on Tuesday. Rumford Police arrested Sharon Gardner, 59, of Rumford, on charges of Class C theft by unauthorized taking or transfer, Class [...] The post Rumford Woman Accused of Elder Abuse, Financial Exploitation of Elder Family Member ap…

Rumford woman charged with elder abuse, financial exploitation - Newport Dispatch

RUMFORD — A 59-year-old Rumford woman was arrested April 15 following a two-week investigation into allegations of elder abuse and financial exploitation of a family member. Sharon Gardner faces multiple felony charges after police say she diverted more than $1,000 from an elderly family member while serving as their primary caretaker. The investigation was conducted jointly by Rumford Police Department, Rumford Hospital, the victim’s financial …