NORFOLK, Va. (WAVY) — A woman’s recent death at a Norfolk senior living home has been ruled a homicide — and her daughter and grandson are the suspects, police say.
Norfolk police clarified the pair’s arrest came after they confessed to killing 81-year-old Cleo A. Loizides. She was pronounced dead after officers responded to Commonwealth Senior Living on Poplar Hall Drive just before midnight on June 30 for an unresponsive patient.
Detectives charged 53-year-old Heather A. Cummings, of Hobart, Indiana, and 24-year-old Clifton L. Cummings, of Norfolk, with second-degree murder and conspiracy to commit murder. Police say the suspects provided a confession before they were charged.
They’re currently being held at Norfolk City Jail without bond.
Commonwealth Senior Living shared this statement on the incident:
Commonwealth Senior Living at Leigh Hall is aware of the homicide charges against the daughter and grandson of one of our residents who died on June 30.
Our staff first contacted authorities following protocols when the death occurred. We have cooperated with police throughout their investigation. This is now a police matter, and inquiries about the investigation should be directed to Norfolk City police. Commonwealth Senior Living will support prosecution and accountability to the full extent of the law.
This has been a difficult time for our staff in the community, and we are offering them emotional workplace support as we continue to navigate this terrible tragedy.
Commonwealth Senior Living
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