In 2023, the police department began investigating a case where an elderly person had been financially exploited over a period of time by a subject known by the victim. Upon final completion of the investigation, which also included assistance from Adult Protective Services, the report was forwarded to the St. Clair County State's Attorney's Office. The state's attorney's office charged the defendant, Michelle L. Dublar, 62 of Millstadt, with the following:
Count 1: Financial Exploitation of Elderly (excess of $5,000 but not $50,000) a Class 2 Criminal Felony, Category A Offense.
Count 2: Theft (excess of $500); a Class 3 Criminal Felony, Category B Offense.
The defendant was apprehended by Millstadt Police on October 28th.
