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A.G. Schneiderman Announces Arrest Of Nursing Home Aide For Allegedly Neglecting Elderly Resident In Westchester County Nursing Home Causing Injury

Pearl River - Attorney General Eric T. Schneiderman today announced the arrest of Ekua Hakikson, a Certified Nurse Aide who worked at United Hebrew Geriatric Center in New Rochelle for allegedly dropping an 85-year-old patient from a mechanical lift. On August 29, 2013, Hakikson attempted to move the resident by herself with the use of a mechanical lift. During the transfer, the resident allegedly fell to the floor, suffering injuries to her nose, temple and shoulder.

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Action Details

  • Date:June 22, 2015
  • Agency:New York Attorney General
  • Enforcement Types:
    • State Enforcement Agencies