Sexual abuse at a North Carolina nursing home
Dunn Police in North Carolina are investigating a nursing home after a 78-year-old patient was sexually assaulted by a male staff member, according to reports. A 43-year-old, male CNA at Magnolia Living Center is under investigation relating to the sexual assault of two female residents. The first incident involves an elderly female resident at Magnolia Living Center who reported that on May 2 around 10 a.m., a CNA at the nursing home touched her inappropriately.
Nursing Home Director Shelley Tinsley reported the incident to police on May 5, three days after the assault allegedly occurred and one day after the victim initially told another CNA what had happened. The second incident involving a 51-year-old resident was reported to police on May 12th. The incidents are currently under investigation as aggravated assaults with sexual motives. The suspected CNA has finally been removed from his position while the investigation continues.
According to other media outlets, the victims remain at Magnolia Living Center for now.
