FLORENCE, S.C. (WBTW) — The Florence Police Department made an arrest Tuesday afternoon after an elderly person was allegedly abused, according to a news release.
Police arrested Stephanie L. McCullough, 49, of Florence was charged with abuse of a vulnerable adult and kidnapping after police were called to the 1300 block of Rebecca Street to check on an elderly person.
The victim told officers that McCullough had not allowed them to leave and was physically and emotionally abusive toward them, according to the release.
Officers found that the residence had no running water or electricity, according to the release. The victim was placed in protective custody and taken to the hospital for an assessment.
As of Thursday morning, McCullough remained in custody at the Florence County Detention Center on a $50,000 surety bond, according to online jail records.
No other information was immediately available.
📲 Download the News13 app to stay updated on the go.
📧 Sign up for WBTW email alerts to have breaking news sent to your inbox.
💻 Find today’s top stories on WBTW.com for the Grand Strand and Pee Dee.