A retirement facility employee and her boyfriend are facing serious allegations after investigators uncovered nearly $30,000 in transactions allegedly taken from an elderly man’s bank account. The victim reportedly needed help with everyday responsibilities, but the assistance he received allegedly came at a steep financial cost.
The suspects are identified as Christina Sheree Buffington, 39, and Keyvan Jermaine McClinic Sr., 38, both residents of Rome, Georgia. Investigators say Buffington worked at a local retirement facility where the victim was receiving care. Her boyfriend, McClinic, also reportedly became involved in helping the individual.
The alleged arrangement began after the victim’s significant other passed away. Buffington and McClinic reportedly offered to handle personal errands, financial matters and monthly bills. Their involvement gave them access to important parts of the victim’s daily life and financial responsibilities.
Investigators say that access was allegedly used to carry out unauthorized transactions. Reports put the total loss at $29,099.88, with the alleged activity taking place between May 1 and November 6, 2026. The transactions were reportedly made without the victim’s knowledge or permission.
What makes the allegations particularly troubling is what happened to the victim’s regular bills during the same period. Despite the money reportedly leaving the bank account, important financial obligations were not being met. The victim’s home water service was eventually disconnected because of an unpaid bill, while the bank account continued to experience overdrafts.
Further reports describe the victim as an elderly, disabled man dealing with cognitive issues and memory loss. His condition reportedly made him dependent on others for certain daily responsibilities, including financial assistance. Investigators are examining an alleged case in which people who were supposed to help someone in a vulnerable position may instead have taken advantage of that trust.
Buffington and McClinic were arrested in connection with the investigation. The reported charges include exploitation and intimidation of elderly or disabled adults and financial transaction card fraud. The accusations remain allegations, and the charges must be resolved through the legal process.
The Floyd County Police Department is now looking beyond the reported $29,099.88 loss. Investigators have publicly asked for help identifying anyone else who may have experienced similar financial exploitation involving the pair. They are especially interested in hearing from people in Rome who may have trusted Buffington or McClinic with financial responsibilities.
Anyone who believes they or someone they know may have been affected is urged to contact Investigator Guzman at the Floyd County Police Department. The department can be reached by phone at 706-235-7766 or by email at Esteffany.guzman@floydcountyga.org.
The investigation raises an important question for families with elderly relatives in care facilities: who has access to their loved ones’ money, and are their bills actually being paid? Authorities are asking anyone with relevant information to come forward as they work to determine whether there are additional victims.