by: Chris D. Johnson
(FOX40.COM) — An Amador County business owner is under arrest for multiple felonies including theft and elder abuse, officials announced Thursday.
According to the Amador County Sheriff’s Office, 66-year-old Gregory Brotherton, owner of Posey’s Hearing Aids in Jackson, was arrested after an investigation that began in May 2026. The sheriff’s office was notified of allegations regarding an elderly victim and began an “extensive” investigation.
Officials said Brotherton approached the victim and persuaded them to provide a “substantial” loan under the pretense that the money would be repaid. The investigation led them to believe the loan was never repaid, causing financial losses of over $100,000 to the victim.
Brotherton was arrested for felony violations related to theft by false pretenses and elder abuse after detectives developed probable cause to do so. He was taken into custody and booked into the Amador County Jail.
The case remains active and ongoing. Those who may have information related to the investigation or believe they know another victim of Brotherton are encouraged to contact the Amador County Sheriff’s Office Investigation Bureau at 209-223-6511.
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Jackson business owner arrested for $100k loan theft of elderly victim
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