PA State Police: Three charged, accused of misusing $500K in elder fraud case

by Caitlyn Scott

BELLE VERNON, Pa. — The Pennsylvania State Police Bureau of Criminal Investigations has filed charges against three individuals who they say exploited the finances of an elderly woman for their own personal gain.

In a release from state officials Sunday, Todd Reppert, Ty Reppert, and Laura Reppert have been charged with financial exploitation of an elder, corrupt organizations, conspiracy, and multiple felony theft charges.

Officials said the investigation into financial misconduct involving Donna Reppert began in January 2019, shortly after her son, Todd Reppert, assumed the role of Power of Attorney.

Todd, the release said, was entrusted with managing her financial affairs and acting in her best interests. Evidence, however, indicated that Todd and the two other individuals abused their authority for personal gain.

"Between January 2019 and January 2023, the three individuals misappropriated a final judgment totaling $500,009.41," the release read.

The release continued, saying, "Despite having no legal authorization to access or use these funds for their own benefit, they diverted the money to cover personal expenses, including the payment of bills, the purchase of a BMW, the acquisition of real estate, and gambling activities on online casino platforms."

Officials said an investigation is ongoing.

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