SAN DIEGO — (FOX5/KUSI) San Diego County prosecutors have filed multiple felony charges against a husband and wife accused of exploiting workers at elder care facilities in North County, authorities announced.
The San Diego County District Attorney’s Office said the case involves allegations of human trafficking and wage theft tied to two residential care homes in Vista and Escondido.
Prosecutors allege Rolando and Maria Corpuz, husband and wife, forced employees to work around the clock while paying them less than $7 an hour. Authorities say the workers were responsible for caring for elderly residents, including those who were immobile or nonverbal, requiring constant supervision and assistance.
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“These cases have profound impacts on workers and their families,” District Attorney Summer Stephan said during a news conference…