Florida caregiver accused of abusing 91-year-old man in his care

TAMPA, Fla. (WFLA) — A Florida caregiver allegedly abused a 91-year-old man in his care, according to the Flagler County Sheriff’s Office.

Brandon Valentine, 41, of Palm Coast, was seen on video lunging at and struggling with the man, according to the sheriff’s office.

Deputies said they were called to the home on April 14 after receiving a report that Valentine had hit the man. However, conflicting reports were given and the man was found with no obvious injuries.

Valentine told deputies he would provide them with a video that would clear him of any wrongdoing.

On Wednesday, deputies were again called to the home after more allegations of abuse were given to the Florida Department of Children and Families.

In a video showing the April 14 incident, Valentine “is clearly seen lunging at the victim and a brief struggle ensues,” according to the sheriff’s office.

“Fortunately, he’s not very smart and provided the video evidence that helped our investigators confirm the allegations of abuse,” Sheriff Rick Staly said in a statement.

Valentine was charged with abuse of an elderly or disabled adult without great harm and battery on a person over the age of 65. He is being held on a $10,000 bond.

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