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Nursing home worker accused of binding resident’s head to bed

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Nursing home worker accused of binding resident’s head to bed

Casper, WY Julie Ann Cross, a 50-year-old nursing home employee, is facing serious allegations of abusing a patient by tying the resident’s head to a bed. The incident reportedly took place at a NOWCAP facility on July 14.

Cross has been charged with one count of felony intentional abuse or neglect of a vulnerable adult and one count of misdemeanor false imprisonment. She appeared in Natrona County District Court on Thursday and pleaded not guilty, with a judge releasing her on a $5,000 personal recognizance bond.

The alleged incident was discovered by a morning shift manager, who found a 53-year-old woman with her head tied down using a blue silk scarf. The employee intervened after realizing the situation and noted that the scarf took at least five minutes to remove.

Another staff member took photos of the knot Cross reportedly used to secure the patient’s head. When confronted, Cross suggested the scarf’s purpose was to prevent the resident from moving during the night.

In response to questions, Cross remarked that the resident’s hair was matted and had an odor. Cross was reportedly dismissed from her position shortly after the incident.

After the incident, Cross told police that the scarf was intended to keep the resident’s hair in a ponytail. She later stated it had somehow wrapped around the bed.

Her court appearance on Thursday confirmed her dismissal from the facility following the allegations.

Murder-Suicide Investigated at Manatawny Manor Nursing Home

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Murder-Suicide Investigated at Manatawny Manor Nursing Home

**Chester County, PA** – On Wednesday, the East Coventry Police Department along with Chester County Detectives addressed a murder-suicide case at the Manatawny Manor Nursing Home. Authorities responded following a 9-1-1 call reporting gunfire at the facility.

Upon their arrival, law enforcement discovered an 89-year-old woman deceased and a 90-year-old man with a severe self-inflicted gunshot wound to the head. The firearm was located at the scene. The wounded man, identified as the deceased woman’s husband, was taken to Reading Hospital but did not survive.

There have been no other injuries reported apart from the two individuals involved. Authorities confirm there is no ongoing threat to the public or those residing in the nursing home.

Investigation Underway in Death at Nursing Home

Investigation Underway in Death at Nursing Home

**East Coventry, PA** – The East Coventry Police Department, alongside Chester County Detectives, is conducting a murder/attempted suicide investigation following the death of an 89-year-old woman at Manatawny Manor Nursing Home. Authorities are focusing on the circumstances that led to the incident, which led to the current status of the investigation.

Investigators have reported no further injuries apart from the two individuals directly involved in the incident. Authorities have also confirmed that there is no threat to the public or other residents at the nursing facility.

The investigation remains ongoing as officials work to gather more details. Community members or anyone with information pertinent to the case are encouraged to reach out to Chester County Detectives at 610-344-6866.

In an effort to resolve the case, the Chester County District Attorney’s office has issued a call for any additional insights or evidence. The community’s cooperation is sought to ensure that no piece of information goes unexamined.