Florida Nurse Arrested for Allegedly Stealing Patient’s Check, Credit Card
Florida Nurse Arrested for Allegedly Stealing Patient’s Check and Credit Card
ST. PETERSBURG,Fla. – A 23-year-old nurse at Orlando Health Bayfront Hospital is facing serious charges after allegedly stealing from one of his patients. Trenton Duckworth was arrested Saturday night, accused of forging a patient’s signature on a $5,000 check and racking up charges on his credit card.
According to an affidavit from the Pinellas County clerk of Court, Duckworth allegedly wrote the check to himself, forging the signature of Charles P. Langford, his patient at the time. Police say Duckworth than used Langford’s credit card for a variety of purchases, including gas, convenience store items, a dog walker, groceries, and even sports betting.The affidavit states that Duckworth confessed to his actions after being read his Miranda rights. he is scheduled to appear in court on Monday.
Orlando Health Bayfront Hospital released a statement following Duckworth’s arrest, emphasizing their commitment to patient safety and their cooperation with law enforcement.
“Orlando Health’s number one priority is the health and safety of patients, team members and visitors,” the statement read. “We take allegations of misconduct seriously and have launched an internal examination. We are fully cooperating with law enforcement.”
Florida Nurse Accused of Stealing from Patient
St. Petersburg, Florida – A registered nurse in St. Petersburg is under arrest for allegedly stealing from one of his patients. 23-year-old Trenton Duckworth, employed at Orlando Health Bayfront Hospital, faces charges of forgery and credit card fraud.
Court documents allege that Duckworth forged the signature of patient Charles P. Langford on a $5,000 check, then used Langford’s credit card for various purchases including gas, groceries, a dog walker, and even sports betting.
According to the Pinellas County Clerk of Court affidavit, Duckworth confessed to the crimes after being read his Miranda rights. He is scheduled for a court appearance on Monday.
Orlando Health Bayfront Hospital released a statement affirming their commitment to patient safety and ongoing cooperation with law enforcement. “Orlando Health’s number one priority is the health and safety of patients, team members and visitors,” the statement read.”We take allegations of misconduct seriously and have launched an internal examination.we are fully cooperating with law enforcement.”