Joseph Elwood Duncan : “Two Arrested for Exploitation of Elderly Columbia Man, Stealing Thousands”

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Two individuals have been arrested in Columbia, MS, for exploiting an elderly man and stealing over £6,000 from his bank account. The Columbia Police Department’s Major Crimes Bureau initiated an investigation after receiving a report of missing funds from the 82-year-old victim’s account in May 2024. Detective David Thompson led the investigation, uncovering a series of fraudulent checks made out to Joseph Elwood Duncan and Crystal Lynn Buckley. The suspects deceived the vulnerable adult, resulting in significant financial loss. Duncan and Buckley face charges of financial exploitation and fraud against the elderly, with the possibility of additional charges as the investigation continues. To report similar incidents, contact the Columbia Police Department at 601-736-8225.

Exploitation of Elderly Man in Columbia Leads to Arrest of Two Individuals

In a disturbing incident that has shocked the residents of Columbia, Mississippi, two individuals have been arrested for exploiting an 82-year-old man out of more than $6,000. The Columbia Police Department’s Major Crimes Bureau launched an investigation after receiving a complaint about missing funds from the victim’s banking account. Detective David Thompson took charge of the case, delving into the details of this troubling exploitation.

Investigation Uncovers Pattern of Financial Exploitation

As Detective Thompson delved deeper into the case, he uncovered a series of checks made out to Joseph Elwood Duncan and Crystal Lynn Buckley. These checks, written for various amounts over a one-month period, revealed a clear pattern of financial exploitation. The vulnerable adult had been deceived by Duncan and Buckley, resulting in a significant loss of money in just a few weeks.

Arrests Made in Connection with Financial Exploitation

Following their investigation, the Columbia police arrested Duncan and Buckley on charges related to financial exploitation and fraud against the elderly. However, Detective Thompson emphasised that this is an ongoing investigation, and the accused individuals may face additional charges as the case progresses.

Appeal for Information

The Columbia Police Department is urging anyone with information related to this case or other instances of financial exploitation to come forward. If you have any information that could assist in this investigation, please contact the Columbia Police Department at 601-736-8225.

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