Elder abuse arrest
Robin Marie Satzger
Adel Police Department arrests woman for elder abuse after welfare check
On July 9, 2025, officers from the Adel Police Department responded to a residence in the 300 block of South Hutchinson Avenue following concerns raised by hospice workers about the welfare of an elderly man. The man’s daughter had reportedly prevented hospice workers from checking on her 82-year-old father, who had a known history of dementia.
Upon arriving at the scene, officers discovered the elderly man lying in bed, wearing only an adult diaper. He appeared severely malnourished and frail, with visible scratches, bed sores, and marks on his skin indicating he had been lying in the same position for an extended period of time. Officers also noticed a strong odor of urine around the area.
The elderly man was immediately taken to a local hospital for care, where he was admitted to receive medical treatment for his condition.
Following the investigation, a warrant was issued for 60-year-old Robin Marie Satzger of Adel, the victim’s daughter, on charges of Felony Neglect to a Disabled Adult, Elder Person, or Resident (OCGA 16-5-101). Ms. Satzger was arrested on July 10 and taken into custody.
Ms. Satzger was released from the Cook County Jail July 12 on an $8,000 property bond. Bond conditions include no contact with the victim; and “shall not be a caretaker/caregiver over any person or individual.”
According to information reported during the first appearance/bond hearing in Magistrate Court, the accused is unemployed and has requested a court-appointed defense attorney.
The Alapaha Judicial Circuit District Attorney’s Office is prosecuting the case, which is pending in Cook County Superior Court.
Adel Police Chief Audie Rowe expressed his gratitude to hospice workers for their prompt action in reporting the incident. “We are deeply thankful for the hospice workers who brought this situation to light. Their swift action helped ensure that this individual was taken into the care he desperately needed,” said Chief Rowe.
Rowe emphasized the importance of community vigilance in cases of suspected abuse. “It is crucial that citizens report any signs of abuse or neglect they observe,” said Rowe. “The ‘See Something, Say Something’ initiative can truly make a difference and, in this case, may have saved a life.”