New Mexico has received 18,000 elder abuse reports so far in 2026

NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – New Mexico Adult Protective Services has received approximately 18,000 allegations of elder abuse, neglect, and exploitation so far in 2026, according to New Mexico Aging Services. Elder abuse can take many forms, including physical and emotional abuse, neglect, abandonment, financial exploitation and scams. This includes scams that often target older adults, including fraudulent [...]