Charles Kelly Richards, 62, of Ankeny was charged on a Ringgold County warrant for ongoing criminal conduct criminal network, a class B felony, first degree theft, a class C felony, and dependent adult abuse exploitation over $100, a class D felony, Tuesday in Ankeny.
According to a Ringgold County Sheriff’s report, Richards was power of attorney for the victim and misused approximately $90,000 for his personal expenses. The victim was no longer able to care for himself and was placed in a nursing home.
Richards was being held without bond awaiting an appearance before a magistrate.