Yolanda Thurman is accused of abusing her mentally handicapped, adult brother, said Lori Myles, public information officer for MCSO. She is facing one count of elderly abuse and neglect, a felony with a maximum sentence of 20 years.
Her brother was identified as Byrd Bunkley Jr., a mentally and physically handicapped adult who needs 24-hour care.
“The home was in such poor condition," said MCSO's Lt. Paul Burch. "Mr. Bunkley was laying in his own feces with bed sores all over his body. I do believe we saved his life.”
According to Myles, authorities were alerted to possible abuse after the victim's niece called Mobile County Emergency Medical Services following a visit to her uncle.
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Mobile County DHR Employee Charged With Abusing Her Physically and Mentally Handicapped Brother
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She looks sorry -- to have been caught.
Thanks for sharing!
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