CARSON, CA — Authorities arrested an 80-year-old man and his 72-year-old wife after raiding four unlicensed elder care facilities in Carson where at least 10 elderly residents were found living in what officials described as deplorable conditions with severe malnutrition and neglect.
Gary Hogg and Alicia Hogg face elder abuse and fraud charges following a multi-agency operation that began February 24, 2026, according to FOX News. The Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department, working alongside federal partners and multiple California state agencies, initially rescued seven residents from a home on the 200 block of West 234th Place. Three additional victims were discovered when investigators executed search warrants at approximately 6 a.m. on March 5, 2026, bringing the total number of rescued individuals to at least 10.
According to investigators, the elderly patients were discovered in unsanitary living conditions, with some residents left in their own feces and urine. Officials report the victims had been denied necessary medical treatment and suffered from severe malnutrition. The facilities' staff were not licensed medical professionals but instead were individuals posing as caregivers without proper credentials or training, authorities said.
Sheriff's Captain Alise Norman praised the coordinated response from multiple agencies involved in the rescue operation. "Their teamwork ensured each individual was safely treated and cared for," Norman stated, as reported by LAist. The multi-agency effort included the LA County Fire Department, California Department of Justice, California Department of Social Services, LA County Adult and Protective Services, and the City of Carson.
According to abc7.com, Alicia Hogg operated the facilities through a company identified as Abundant Care Home Inc. Investigators also connected the couple to a nonprofit organization called Global Covenant Christian Churches. Authorities have accused the Hoggs of both physical and financial abuse of the vulnerable adults in their care, with the homes described as unkempt and unsafe.
The specific duration of the facilities' operation before the raid remains unclear, and investigators have not disclosed how many additional patients may have previously resided in these unlicensed homes. The identities and conditions of all rescued individuals have not been publicly released as the investigation continues.
Four of the hospitalized patients were undergoing medical evaluations and recovery treatment as of the raid date, while the remaining three rescued residents were being transferred to properly licensed care facilities. The District Attorney's office is expected to review the case for formal charges once investigators complete their examination of all four properties.
Growing Hospice and Elder Care Fraud Concerns
The Carson raid highlights what consumer advocates describe as an escalating pattern of unlicensed elder care operations across California. Catherina Isidro, Executive Director of California Health Advocates, told FOX 11 that these cases may represent only a fraction of a larger problem affecting vulnerable seniors throughout the region.
According to California Health Advocates, the state has revoked more than 280 hospice licenses over the past two years amid reports of widespread fraud. Isidro explained that fraudulent operators often target elderly individuals by offering free lunches and gifts in exchange for signing what appear to be acceptance forms. These documents frequently turn out to be authorization forms allowing companies to bill Medicare for hospice and other services without the patient's knowledge or genuine consent.
"One person could be enrolled into four or five different hospices without even knowing about it," Isidro warned in the FOX 11 interview.
Consumer protection experts advise families to watch for several warning signs of potential elder care fraud. Red flags include any hospice company or care provider offering free services or gifts such as meals, housekeeping, cooking, or grocery delivery. Seniors should be cautious about signing any "acceptance forms" for gifts, as these documents may actually authorize Medicare billing for unrequested services.
Unsolicited visits or telephone calls from hospice providers typically indicate fraudulent operations, according to California Health Advocates. Families should also question any enrollment in "palliative care" programs, which fraudulent operators sometimes use as a disguise for hospice services that require a terminal prognosis the patient may not actually have.
Federal regulations require elder care facilities to maintain proper state licensing and ensure staff members hold appropriate professional credentials. Medicare fraud involving hospice services violates federal law and can result in both criminal charges and civil penalties.
Resources for Families
Families concerned about unlicensed care facilities or potential Medicare fraud can contact the California Senior Medicare Patrol at 1-855-613-7080 to report suspected violations and possible fraud cases. The National Long-Term Care Ombudsman Resource Center operates a hotline at 1-800-677-1116 to assist families with concerns about care facilities and resident rights.
California residents can also contact California Health Advocates for information about protecting elderly family members from fraudulent hospice enrollment and unlicensed care operations. Additional resources are available through the organization's website and advocacy programs.
Anyone with information about the Carson facilities or potential additional victims should contact the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department as the investigation continues.
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