Nursing Aide in South Jersey Charged in Sexual Assault of Elderly Resident

Berlin, N.J. — A nursing aide at a rehabilitation center in Camden County has been charged with sexually assaulting an elderly female patient after police say he confessed during an interview with detectives.

57-year-old Frantz Louis of Sicklerville was charged with first-degree aggravated sexual assault of an incapacitated or helpless victim and fourth-degree endangering another person. He is being held at the Camden County Correctional Facility pending a detention hearing.

Berlin Police say they were called to the Berlin Rehabilitation & Healthcare Center on the afternoon of July 3rd.

Officers met with the victim and her power of attorney, who reported that the woman had been sexually assaulted by a staff member.

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Over the following days, detectives interviewed potential suspects. On July 13th, Louis allegedly confessed during an interview.

Anyone with additional information about this incident is asked to contact Det. Ashton Pohlig at the Berlin Police Department at (856) 767-4700.

The public is reminded that charges are accusations and all persons are considered innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.

Chris Coleman is a South Jersey native and has been a cornerstone of the Atlantic City radio market since 1998. He serves as Brand Manager for WPG Talk Radio 95.5 and afternoon on-air personality for Cat Country 107.3. A five-time President's Circle award winner and Townsquare Media's 2024 Content Creator of the Year, Chris covers news, events, and stories of interest across Southern New Jersey. Story tips: chris.coleman@townsquaremedia.com