Homicide – Elderly Neglect

Adams, TN (May 29th, 2020, approximately 10:45am) An investigation into the death of 62 year old Floyd Dean “Dena” Swift in Adams, TN by the Robertson County Sheriff’s Office has led to the arrest of Eulah Faye Gerecht (DOB 3/10/1947) for First Degree Murder, Aggravated Neglect Elderly x2, and Tenn Care Fraud.

Autopsy results received in August 2019 for Dena Swift’s death on March 21st, 2019 ruled her death a homicide with cause of death due to malnutrition and dehydration. The investigation determined that Eulah Gerecht served as Dena Swift’s primary care giver for many years. This case was presented to the Grand Jury of Robertson County where indictments were issued for the charges listed below. Eulah Gerecht’s booking photo will be available on robertsonsheriff.com once the booking process is complete.

Eulah Gerecht, Adams TN – First Degree Murder, Aggravated Neglect Elderly x2, Tenn Care Fraud. Total bond is $200,000.