Lisa Maria Tramski, 56, of St. Clair County, received three felony charges, alleging she embezzled more than $86,000 from an elderly woman after becoming her court-appointed guardian.
In early 2018, officials say Tramski was appointed guardian for the purported victim, who died only weeks later.
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About a week before the death of the elderly person, Tramski allegedly had the victim sign a will, leaving everything to her.
Allegedly, despite knowing there were legal challenges to the will, the 56-year-old proceeded to take $86,033.75 from the elderly person’s account, but ultimately, the probate court invalidated the will benefitting Tramski.
“Many individuals serve as appointed guardians for vulnerable adults throughout the state, and most perform their duties with honesty and integrity,” said Nessel. “My office will continue to investigate and prosecute alleged abuses of power and to hold accountable those who victimize the people they are supposed to be helping.”
Tramski is charged with three felonies:
- One count of embezzlement of $50,000 to $100,000
- One count of failure to file a tax return
- One count of making/permitting the filing of false tax returns
A probable cause conference is scheduled for March 12 in the 72nd District Court in St. Clair County.