A woman from Somerset West has received a ten-year prison sentence for defrauding an elderly couple of R94,000. The 38-year-old exploited the couple’s trust to gain access to their banking information. She then used this access to carry out fraudulent financial transactions, ultimately stealing the substantial sum. The court delivered the sentence following a conviction related to the deliberate targeting and financial exploitation of vulnerable individuals. The case highlights the growing concern of financial crimes preying on the elderly population. Authorities hope the sentence will serve as a deterrent to others considering similar offenses. The victim’s vulnerability was a key factor considered during sentencing.