Moundsville Woman Allegedly Exploits Thousands From Elderly City Resident

by ALAN OLSON Staff Writer

MOUNDSVILLE — A woman faces felony charges after allegedly exploiting a woman who took her in during her time of need, totaling nearly $9,000 in various bills, purchases and legal fees.

In July, Moundsville Police officers met with an 81-year-old woman who was reporting credit card fraud. The woman told police that Kimber Anders, 50 of Moundsville, and her son had needed a place to live for about six months, which she offered to them.

During this time, Anders would occasionally be given her debit card to make purchases, she said, as well as to take temporary, informal loans when necessary with her permission.

Between October 2021 and April 2022, Anders allegedly continued using the woman’s card for things such as Amazon purchases and bills. Police say that between those transactions and a water bill to Anders’ house, the total came to over $1,900.

Additionally, the woman said she had paid more than $7,000 for Anders’ legal bills in 2019, which was done with the expectation of repayment, which she never received.

Anders was arrested in early October and charged with financial exploitation of an elderly person, a felony. She posted $5,000 bond from the Northern Regional Jail. Her preliminary hearing is set for Oct. 25 before magistrate Mark Kerwood.

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