Attorney General Kris Mayes filed an amended complaint in the state’s ongoing lawsuit against Heritage Village Assisted Living, adding racketeering claims. She’s also asking the court to take over two other assisted living facilities controlled by the owners of Heritage Village.
According to Mayes’ office, these new claims stem from evidence uncovered during the lawsuit and by the receiver that was appointed by the court in April.
The AG's Office alleges that more than $2.9 million was diverted from operating accounts at the behest of the owners. Those funds were supposed to be used to pay for the care of residents. Instead, it was used to pay debts for other properties.
The investigation also found that the insurance policy was canceled after the owners failed to pay the premiums. The owners also appeared to move money and supplies between Heritage Village and facilities in other states, all without proper documentation.
The amended complaint expands on the allegations of consumer fraud and elder abuse in the original complaint.
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