The first investigation started May 10, when police received a complaint regarding an April incident.
âDetectives learned through the family members of the victim, 79-year-old John Furman, that in early April, while in the care of this facility, he was found on the floor after suffering from a fall,â the release stated. âAs a result of this fall, the victim suffered a laceration to his head and massive bruising to his face.â
Employees reported Furmanâs fall and injuries to the centerâs manager, Katrina Perkins, and its director, Jeffrey Smith. However, according to the release, âBoth the director and manager to this facility failed to notify EMS or the victimâs family. Due to these injuries, the victimâs health started to decline rapidly; however, family members were unaware and not allowed to visit him due to COVID-19 restrictions.