Swindon fraudster given suspended sentence after stealing £12,000 from elderly man
64 year old Andy Baldwin admitted fraud by false representation
Last updated 8th Jun 2026
A Swindon man who defrauded an elderly resident out of twelve thousand pounds has been sentenced.
Andy Baldwin, 64, of Purslane Close, appeared at Swindon Magistrates Court on 1st June, where he received a 12-month prison sentence, suspended for two years, after pleading guilty to fraud by false representation.
Baldwin was also ordered to pay £12,000 in compensation.
The court heard how Baldwin befriended the victim, a man in his 80s who lived alone and became his carer after the man gave up his driving license due to health concerns.
The victim became dependent on Baldwin, who over a period of two years, defrauded him of approximately £12,000 of his savings.
Wiltshire Police said Baldwin was interviewed in connection with the case last November (2025) and was sentenced in court last week.
Local Crime Investigator Tina Willison said: “This was a serious breach of trust. The victim relied on Baldwin for care and support over a period of time, yet he exploited that position for personal gain.
“Whilst the victim believed Baldwin was caring for him, running errands and transporting him to and from medical appointments, he was in fact secretly withdrawing £12,000 from the victim’s bank account. He not only caused significant financial loss but also emotional harm.
“We want to reassure the public that offences of this nature are investigated thoroughly, and we will always seek to protect vulnerable members of our community.”