by  Lynne Keenum

ALABASTER, Ala. — A Shelby County woman accused of stealing money from a 75-year-old resident at an Alabaster nursing home is out of jail on bond.

Louise Smith Bradley, 63, of Chelsea, was arrested Friday and charged with Financial Exploitation of the elderly, according to Alabaster police.

The victim's family reported some discrepancies in Financial records and some concerns regarding staff at the Healthcare Center at Buck Creek, where the victim lives.

Bradley was employed by the facility at the time of the investigation. Police said they found evidence of theft.

Court documents show she is accused of stealing $16,705.35 from the victim.

"No matter your situation or financial needs, it's pretty despicable to steal from those who depend on you for their health and well-being," Alabaster Police Chief Curtis Rigney said.

Bradley is out of jail on a $30,000 bond with a court hearing set for May 29.

The status of Bradley's employment at the Healthcare Center at Buck Creek is unknown. A person answering the phone at the facility said there would be no comment.

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