Area man charged with bilking widow
Eldren Tyler a 60 year old insurance agent from Country Club Hills was indicted on theft and forgery for allegedly stealing seventy thousand dollars from a Chicago widow. He claimed to invest the money and provided a handwritten account. If convicted he faces up to twelve years in prison. The case arose after a widow sought redress through state authorities following lapses in tracking policies. The attorney general’s office said arraignment is set for May 18. The investigation highlights protections for vulnerable adults and urges verification of brokers and regular account statements.