Riviera Beach man accused of exploiting grandma with severe dementia to control finances

RIVIERA BEACH, Fla. (CBS12) — Police say a Riviera Beach man quietly took control of his grandmother’s home, finances, and care by exploiting her worsening dementia.

According to a Riviera Beach Police Department probable cause affidavit, the investigation began on February 5 after a family member reported concerns that her 71-year-old mother was being taken advantage of by her grandson, 52-year-old Roderick Mitchell.

The family member told police she had served as her mother’s power of attorney since 2006, after severe dementia left the woman unable to make major decisions…

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