Justice Department observes World Elder Abuse Awareness Day

District of Montana U.S. Attorney Kurt Alme joined U.S. Attorney General William P. Barr and the entire Department of Justice Monday in observing the 15th Annual World Elder Abuse Awareness Day. The Department echoes voices around the world condemning elder abuse, neglect and exploitation.

The COVID-19 pandemic has created unprecedented challenges for the country and the world, but among those most severely affected by the threat of the novel virus are senior citizens. During this time when seniors are most vulnerable and isolated from their families and loved ones by social distancing an...