UNION COUNTY, S.C. — A 73-year-old woman from Union, South Carolina, is facing felony charges after allegedly stealing more than $54,000 from a resident at an assisted living facility.
On Friday, South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson announced the arrest of Carla Finley, who is accused of stealing $54,817 between June 22 and August 29, 2024, from a resident at Wesley Court Assisted Living Community in Boiling Springs.
Finley has been charged with:
Exploitation of a Vulnerable Adult (Felony)
Breach of Trust with Fraudulent Intent (value $10,000 or more – Felony)
She was booked into the Spartanburg County Detention Center and given a $25,000 bond.
Potential Penalties:
Exploitation of a Vulnerable Adult: Up to 5 years in prison, a $5,000 fine, or both.
Breach of Trust (over $10,000): Up to 10 years in prison, a fine at the court’s discretion, or both.
The case highlights ongoing concerns about financial exploitation of seniors and vulnerable individuals in care facilities. The Attorney General’s Office continues to investigate similar crimes in the region.
