Caregiver in Pennsylvania accused of stealing thousands from vulnerable men
By Marcie Cipriani
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CANTON TOWNSHIP, Pennsylvania (WTAE) — Quinn Wells, a 41-year-old house coordinator hired by Pathways of Southwestern Pennsylvania, is accused of stealing nearly $15,000 from two care-dependent men in Washington County over a little more than a year, according to court papers.
“This type of action is despicable,” said Greene Washington Regional Police Chief William DeForte. He said that Pathways quickly stopped the theft once they spotted it.
“They were really vigilant on catching this quickly. As soon as they found out that this was happening or in place, they notified the authorities immediately,” DeForte said.
There is now a warrant for Wells’ arrest. Attempts to reach Wells at his home for comment were unsuccessful, as no one answered the door.
Court papers reveal that Pathways fired Wells and reimbursed the men for their missing money.
In a statement, Pathways said, “Consistent to our commitment to transparency and accountability we immediately initiated a comprehensive internal review and notified the appropriate regulatory authorities and law enforcement.”
“You have an individual that comes in, and acts in a predatory way. It’s an awful crime,” DeForte said.
Wells faces several charges, including theft and receiving stolen property. While he awaits his day in court, Pathways is seeking restitution from him for the $14,930.64 they paid back to the residents.
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