Former Prineville nursing home employee arrested for allegedly stealing client funds
PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ) — Violeta Lima, a former employee of Prineville Regency Rehabilitation and Nursing Center, was arrested on December 4, 2025, for allegedly accessing client accounts without authorization and stealing tens of thousands of dollars.
The Prineville Police Department launched an investigation in June 2025 after facility administrators reported concerns about unauthorized access to client accounts. Detectives identified multiple victims and determined that Lima had stolen significant amounts of money during her employment.
Lima, 39, from Madras, was charged with Criminal Mistreatment I, Aggravated Theft I, Theft I, and Forgery I. She is currently lodged at the Crook County Jail pending further court proceedings.
The Prineville Police Department has been working closely with Regency throughout the investigation, ensuring full cooperation from the facility. Anyone with additional information related to this case is encouraged to contact the Prineville Police Department, as the case remains active.
The arrest of Violeta Lima marks a significant development in the ongoing investigation into financial misconduct at the Prineville Regency Rehabilitation and Nursing Center. Authorities continue to seek information to resolve the case fully.
Detective Sergeant Jordan Zamora of the Prineville Police Department expressed gratitude for the assistance provided by the Oregon Department of Justice and Madras Police Department during the investigation.
