Orlando official accused of taking advantage of elderly woman for $100K

Orlando Commissioner Regina Hill has recently found herself in the midst of an investigation by the Florida Department of Law Enforcement. The reason? She has been accused of taking advantage of a 96-year-old woman and allegedly misusing $100,000 of the victim's money for her own personal gain.

The investigation was prompted by a tip from Hill's former aide and it all started in 2021 when the two first met. According to investigators, Hill took control of the elderly woman's finances by establishing power of attorney without her consent. In addition to this, Hill also allegedly bought a home and listed the victim as a co-owner, without her knowledge or approval. This new property added to the victim's existing two homes, including the one she currently resides in and another one passed down to her by her family.

Court documents further reveal that Hill, along with her son and his friend, have been living in these properties and using some of the money for home repairs. The investigation also uncovered that Hill has been using the victim's money for personal expenses such as a facelift, IV infusions, a trip to Miami for New Year's, car insurance, and dental surgery. In total, the alleged transactions have exceeded $100,000 and the sole beneficiary has been Hill herself.

John Martino, Director of Advocacy for Community Legal Services, emphasized the importance of thoroughly looking into cases of financial exploitation of the elderly. As the attorney now representing the victim, he has taken action to protect her by filing a petition for an injunction. This injunction would temporarily ban Hill from having any contact with the victim until the investigation is completed. Martino explained that this is to ensure the victim's well-being while the matter is being resolved.

In an interview with The New York Post, the victim stated that she never gave Hill permission to use her money. She does recall signing some documents but claims she did not understand what they were for and would never agree to give Hill power of attorney. This raises serious concerns about the level of manipulation and deception involved in this case.

This is not the first time Commissioner Hill has been involved in legal troubles. She has a long history of 21 arrests dating back to 1983, including drug offenses, fraud, using bad checks, and DUIs. While she has not been officially charged in this investigation, the City of Orlando has acknowledged the situation. However, they do not have the authority to take disciplinary actions against an elected official.

Despite the gravity of the accusations and the ongoing investigation, Hill does not seem to be fazed. In a recent Facebook post, she shared that she chose to spend time with her grandchildren rather than dwell on the negative aspects of her political life. This nonchalant attitude only adds to the concern and raises questions about Hill's character and integrity.

In conclusion, the allegations against Commissioner Hill are serious and raise concerns about the exploitation and mistreatment of vulnerable individuals. The investigation is ongoing, and it is essential that it is conducted thoroughly and fairly to uncover the truth and bring justice to the victim.

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