Man accused of stealing from woman in memory care in Franklin

Prosecutors charged Bryant Moss, 52, who worked at Franklin Memory Care

Published on Feb. 17, 2026

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An Oak Creek man, Bryant Moss, is accused of stealing a cellphone and a credit card from a woman in memory care at Franklin Memory Care. The victim's daughter reported the phone and jewelry missing in October 2025, and the son later reported fraudulent charges on the victim's credit card in January 2026. Police found surveillance footage showing Moss attempting to use the victim's credit card and pawn the stolen phone.

Why it matters

This case highlights the vulnerability of elderly residents in memory care facilities and the need for stronger security measures and oversight to protect them from theft and exploitation by staff members. It also raises concerns about potential additional thefts at the facility that may have gone unreported.

The details

According to the criminal complaint, Moss tried to use the victim's credit card at several locations on January 12, including a Walgreens and a Villard Petro Mart. Police also determined the victim's cellphone had been pawned for cash at an Eco ATM, and records showed Moss had provided his driver's license and photo to conduct the transaction. After being arrested, Moss admitted to finding the phone and credit card, and to using the card to purchase $824.85 worth of wigs, claiming he did so for his storefront. He denied pawning any jewelry.

  • In October 2025, the victim's daughter reported the phone and jewelry missing.
  • On January 12, 2026, Moss tried to use the victim's credit card at several locations.
  • On January 14, 2026, the victim's son reported fraudulent charges on the credit card.

The players

Bryant Moss

A 52-year-old Oak Creek man who worked at Franklin Memory Care and is accused of stealing a cellphone and credit card from a resident.

Franklin Memory Care

The memory care facility where the alleged thefts occurred and where Moss worked for two years.

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What they’re saying

“he should have turned it in.”

— Bryant Moss (wisn.com)

What’s next

Police believe there could be additional stolen property and items bought with stolen credit cards from Franklin Memory Care in Moss's residence, and a search warrant has been issued.

The takeaway

This case highlights the need for stronger security measures and oversight in memory care facilities to protect vulnerable residents from theft and exploitation by staff members. It also raises concerns about potential additional unreported thefts at the facility.