Live-in care provider charged in thefts from Burlington home

By Staff The Canadian Press

Posted January 24, 2018 3:17 pm EST

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Halton police say a 55-year-old woman from Saint Lucia is charged with theft over $5,000, three counts of theft under $5,000, possession of property obtained by crime, and uttering threats. Halton Regional Police

BURLINGTON, Ont. – Police say a live-in care provider is facing charges after allegedly taking cash and property from her elderly clients.

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Halton regional police say the alleged thefts occurred in Burlington between December 2017 and Jan. 4.

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Investigators say some of the property has been recovered.

A 55-year-old woman from Saint Lucia is charged with theft over $5,000, three counts of theft under $5,000, possession of property obtained by crime, and uttering threats.

Police say people should conduct a thorough screening process when hiring live-in care providers.