More arrests are expected in connection with the deaths of a dozen residents at a Florida nursing home, a police spokesman said
The investigation into the deaths of 12 people at the Rehabilitation Center at Hollywood Hills in Hollywood, Florida, remains"ongoing," said Hollywood Police Chief Chris O'Brien. The residents -- aged from 71 to 99 -- died within days of a power outage due to Hurricane Irma in September 2017. The Medical Examiner has ruled their deaths"homicides resulting from heat exposure due to environmental issues," according to a police fact sheet.
"4 employees to face charges in Florida nursing home deaths Attorney Lawrence Hashish said Meggie, who was working as a temp at Rehabilitation Center, was filling in for one day on the night shift during the aftermath of Hurricane Irma. He said that he does not believe his client should be blamed for the deaths.O'Brien holds the opposite view. He said the four defendants"neglected their duties and failed to provide adequate care.
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