CANEY, OK — Marcella Freed, a 52-year-old woman from Caney, Oklahoma, is facing felony charges after allegedly stealing over $21,600 from multiple elderly victims. Freed, who was a business manager at a Bartlesville rehab and health facility, is charged with three counts of financial exploitation of the elderly.
Details of the Alleged Crime
According to the Oklahoma Attorney General’s Office, Freed’s theft occurred between April 2024 and June 2025, when she was responsible for managing financial transactions at the facility. Freed allegedly redirected funds that were meant for residents’ bills into her own personal accounts.
- Between April 2024 and April 2025, Freed is accused of taking approximately $18,000 that was intended for resident bills at the facility.
- In September 2024, Freed appointed herself trustee of a resident’s Medicaid Income Pension Trust, and allegedly redirected $3,142 into her own account.
Spending and Purchases
Freed’s account history reportedly showed transactions that included purchases on Etsy, Hey Dude Shoes, as well as payments for various restaurants and businesses in Kansas. This raised red flags for investigators, who say Freed used the stolen money for personal purchases instead of for its intended purpose.
Court Appearance and Bond
Freed has been charged with three felony counts of financial exploitation of the elderly. She is set to appear in court again on May 1st at 9:00 a.m. for further proceedings. Freed has posted a $9,000 bond as she awaits her trial.
Table Summary
| Topic | Details |
|---|---|
| Defendant | Marcella Freed, 52, from Caney, OK |
| Charges | Three counts of financial exploitation of the elderly |
| Victims | Elderly residents of a Bartlesville rehab and health facility |
| Stolen Amount | Over $21,600 |
| Theft Period | Between April 2024 and June 2025 |
| Method | Stole funds intended for residents’ bills and redirected Medicaid Income Pension Trust funds into personal accounts |
| Purchases | Items purchased included Etsy, Hey Dude Shoes, and various businesses and restaurants in Kansas |
| Court Appearance | May 1st at 9:00 a.m. |
| Bond | Freed posted $9,000 bond |
Marcella Freed’s alleged actions highlight a concerning case of financial exploitation, particularly against vulnerable elderly individuals. The case remains under investigation, and the authorities are continuing to pursue justice for the victims affected by her actions.
