Woman accused of stealing $44,000 worth of jewelry from elderly woman

By WBRC Staff and Amanda Alvarado

MOUNTAIN BROOK, Ala. (WBRC/Gray News) - A woman is accused of stealing more than $50,000 worth of sterling silver flatware and jewelry, including a wedding band from an elderly woman.

Jacqueline Gaydash is charged with financial exploitation of the elderly and theft.

According to court records, Gaydash “did knowingly and intentionally use deception to obtain or exert unauthorized control over” the victim’s property.

Gaydash is accused of stealing four gold bracelets, a diamond tennis bracelet and a sapphire and diamond ring with a wedding band valued at more than $44,040.

She’s also accused of taking $11,000 worth of sterling silver flatware.

Gaydash could face up to 20 years in prison.

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