Three Family Members Arrested for Elder Abuse | Seattle News

Seattle News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Aug 3, 2026 · 1m

Bellevue police just arrested three family members accused of stealing over a million dollars from an 88-year-old woman—her nephew, a sister-in-law, and a young relative—who allegedly took control of her finances after she fell ill. They used power of attorney to drain her accounts, sold her home without sharing proceeds, and bought a luxury house in Kent—all while she was moved into assisted living. By next year, she was forced into a state-funded facility. Charges include theft from a vulnerable adult and money laundering. Police urge families to monitor loved ones’ finances and report…