Caretaker Accused of Stealing $63,000 From Aunt With Dementia Meant for Assisted Living Care

A Bronx woman who served as caretaker for her aunt is facing felony charges after investigators say she stole tens of thousands of dollars intended for the woman’s assisted living care expenses.

According to Broward County Sheriff’s Office records, Crystal Olga Terry Gonzalez, 38, is accused of exploiting her aunt, who suffers from advanced dementia and was considered a vulnerable adult under Florida law.

Investigators with the Coral Springs Police Department said Monagas-Garcia sold her Hialeah condo in April 2021 for approximately $156,295. Authorities said the money was intended to help cover the cost of her care at an assisted living facility in Palm Beach Gardens…

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