SILER CITY, N.C. (WNCN) — A Chatham County woman is facing nearly 70 felonies after being accused of financially exploiting an elderly family member, the sheriff’s office said Thursday.
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According to the Chatham County Sheriff’s Office, an investigation into 37-year-old Maggi Elizabeth Brady of Siler City of Siler City began last October after the Chatham County Department of Social Services reported concerns of her misusing her elderly uncle’s money.
Deputies said Brady has power of attorney to maintain her uncle’s finances.
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The department’s Adult Protective Services investigation determined the victim was unaware of his finances, including his banks, investment accounts, and transactions, according to the sheriff’s office.
After reviewing bank records provided by the department, according to the sheriff’s office, deputies identified several transactions involving accounts connected to Brady. They served search warrants on multiple businesses and financial institutions, revealing the victim’s cards and accounts were used to make payments to Brady’s accounts.
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Deputies said they charged Brady with 32 counts of felony exploitation of an elder in a position of trust, 33 counts of felony identity theft, and one count of felony financial card fraud. In total, she is facing 66 felonies.
As of Thursday afternoon, the charges have not been served, but deputies said Brady is scheduled to appear in Chatham County District Court on Monday.
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