Sudbury police say security cam catches PSW stealing from client
A 59-year-old personal support worker in Sudbury has been charged after security cameras inside a home caught her opening a safe in a client's residence.
Police were contacted around 3 p.m. July 25 and were told of a theft in progress at a private residence.
'The complainant, concerned about ongoing suspicious activity, had installed security cameras in their home,' Sudbury police said in a news release Friday.
'Footage revealed a personal support worker entering rooms without authorization and handling a household safe. Following the incident, the resident discovered a substantial amount of cash missing from the safe.'
'The complainant, concerned about ongoing suspicious activity, had installed security cameras in their home.'
Police arrived at the residence around 4:20 p.m. the same day to investigate.
'Based on the evidence, officers had reasonable grounds to believe a criminal offence had occurred,' police said.
The 49-year-old suspect has been charged with theft under $5,000 and possession of property obtained by crime under $5,000.
She was released on an undertaking and is scheduled to appear in court on Aug. 27.
Police believe there may be additional victims connected to the individual charged in the case.
Anyone with information or who believes they may have been affected is urged to contact the Greater Sudbury Police Service at 705-675-9171.
'The Greater Sudbury Police Service encourages residents to consider installing video surveillance if they suspect suspicious activity in or around their home,' police said.
'Surveillance footage can be a valuable tool in protecting property and supporting investigations.'
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