The harrowing tale of the California couple attacked by chimpanzees grows increasingly unsettling

The Davises, who received a $4 million settlement in 2009 due to an attack, faced financial struggles as LaDonna was in declining health and targeted by individuals taking advantage of her kindness. A man, Min Zaw Maw, entered their lives in 2017 claiming to help with their car collection but was actually struggling financially. Maw became a significant presence in the Davises’ lives, calling LaDonna “mommy” and allegedly manipulating her to gain control of her finances. The situation escalated as Maw withdrew large amounts of money from their accounts and took over their properties, causing concern from friends and authorities about potential financial abuse. LaDonna was found living in squalid conditions in 2019, leading to a legal battle over her guardianship, with Maw ultimately receiving a settlement of $175,000 and possession of the cars purchased with LaDonna’s funds. The case highlighted the vulnerability of elderly individuals to financial exploitation and the difficulty of prosecuting such cases due to the mental capacity of the victims. Despite efforts to recover assets for LaDonna, the settlement with Maw was seen as a necessary compromise due to the costs and challenges of further litigation. The case underscored the need for greater protection for vulnerable adults from exploitation and fraud.

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