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

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In Columbia, MS, two individuals have been arrested for exploiting an elderly man out of over £6,000. The Columbia Police Department’s Major Crimes Bureau initiated an investigation after receiving a complaint about missing funds from the victim’s account. Detective David Thompson led the investigation and uncovered a pattern of financial exploitation involving checks made out to Joseph Elwood Duncan and Crystal Lynn Buckley. The duo deceived the vulnerable adult, resulting in the loss of more than £6,000 within a few weeks. Duncan and Buckley have been charged with financial exploitation and fraud against the elderly. The investigation is ongoing, with the possibility of additional charges. To report information on this case or other incidents of financial exploitation, contact the Columbia Police Department. Stay informed with WDAM 7 news by subscribing to our newsletter.

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

In a distressing turn of events, two individuals have been arrested in Columbia, Mississippi, for allegedly exploiting an elderly man out of more than $6,000. The Columbia Police Department’s Major Crimes Bureau initiated an investigation after receiving a report of missing funds from the victim’s bank account. Detective David Thompson spearheaded the inquiry, which uncovered a troubling pattern of financial exploitation.

Investigation Unveils Deceptive Practices

Detective Thompson revealed that a series of checks were discovered during the investigation, made out to Joseph Elwood Duncan and Crystal Lynn Buckley. These checks, written for varying amounts over a one-month period, pointed towards a calculated scheme to defraud the vulnerable adult. The exploitation reportedly led to a significant loss of funds for the elderly victim within a short span of time.

Arrests Made in Connection to 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 emphasized that this is an ongoing case, hinting that additional charges could be brought against the accused in the future.

Appeal for Information

The Columbia Police Department is urging anyone with relevant information about this case or other instances of financial exploitation to come forward. Individuals can contact the department at 601-736-8225 to provide valuable insights that could aid in further investigations.

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