By: The National Council on Crime Prevention
Not only are our nation’s seniors being abused, but they hardly ever receive justice. Elder abuse remains a drastically underreported crime because of factors such as the victim’s fear of losing independence.
These top 7 myths hinder the successful prosecution and investigation of criminal elder abuse.
1. Elderly people make terrible witnesses.
2. If the elderly victim refuses to provide information, nothing can be done.
3. If an elderly victim gives money voluntarily, it is not a crime.
4. If the victim is deceased, you cannot prosecute.
5. Any case where the elderly victim is involved in a home repair dispute involving money is a civil matter.
6. Suspects of elder abuse never call 911.
7. Elderly people die from natural causes, without investigation needed.
Get the real story and learn how to protect yourself or your elderly loved ones by attending a free online event April 10th 9am – 4:30pm EST. Register here and help the National Crime Prevention Council fight these heinous crimes: http://bit.ly/1dtiCTc
