I Arrested a 91-Year-Old Grandma for Felony Theft – but the Moment She Told Me Her Reason, My Knees Buckled

When we pulled up at her house, I understood why she’d been so desperate.

“You got it, Mama?” His voice was hoarse but happy.

“I got it.”

She didn’t tell him what it had cost her. I set the groceries on the small table, trying not to stare at how little they had. No TV. No phone. Barely any furniture. Just two people surviving on love and stubbornness.

Gigi made tea with shaking hands and offered me a cup.

I took it, even though I don’t usually drink tea.

Just two people surviving on love and stubbornness.

We sat in silence for a moment, George eating his chicken and dumplings like it was the best meal he’d ever had.

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