Care worker arrested in alleged thefts from elders
The Associated Press
01/26/2010
A Sacramento-area care worker is facing charges after investigators say she stole thousands of dollars worth of cash and jewelry from senior citizens she was caring for.
Placer County authorities say Sasi Raj was taken into custody at the Eskaton Lodge in Granite Bay Tuesday afternoon on suspicion of elder abuse and burglary.
Sheriff's Sgt. Brian Whigam says after her arrest at the senior care facility, Raj confessed to stealing from more than 50 different seniors. The 46-year-old Raj blamed a gambling problem for the alleged thefts.
Whigam says detectives have recovered more than 400 different pieces of jewelry, including rings and necklaces, from Raj's car and home.
Whigham says Raj also confessed to stealing between $5,000 and $10,000 in cash.
It was not known if she had retained an attorney.
SOURCE: The Mercury News
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