Crime & Safety

Evanston Woman Charged With Neglecting Mother

The 49-year-old failed to provide her necessary medical treatment, according to prosecutors.

Margaret M. Flaherty, 49, of the 2700 block of Hampton Parkway is charged with felony neglect of the elderly in connection with allegedly failing to provide hygiene, nutrition and medical care for her now 81-year-old mother. She appeared in court on Saturday and was released, according to the Chicago Tribune.

The alleged neglect happened from September 2014 to May 31 and also included Flaherty failing to provide medical treatment to maintain her mother’s health.

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