Jackson, Miss., caregiver arrested on various charges
February 10th, 2010 - 3:23 pm ICT by BNO News ( Leave a comment )JACKSON, MISSISSIPPI (BNO NEWS) – On Tuesday, a Jackson caregiver was arrested on charges of identity theft and exploitation against a vulnerable adult under her care, prosecutors said.
Stephanie Fields, 34, was indicted with a total of nine counts related to identity theft and exploitation against a vulnerable adult.
She allegedly used the identity of an elderly woman she was looking after. Fields is also accused of obtaining credit cards and a credit to purchase goods while using the 90 year old victim’s name and Social Security number.
“In all, she is charged with running up charges in excess of $6,700, and attempting to charge an additional $2,000,” U.S. Attorney Jim Hood said.
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