On a quiet, tree-lined street, police said an elderly man's life savings were nearly stolen by the woman entrusted to care for him.

Instead of safeguarding his twilight years, investigators allege she siphoned his money, splurged on luxury travel, and even tried to claim his home as her own.

Her alleged plan might have succeeded if not for the sharp eyes and persistence of the couple who lived next door.

"Neighbors looking out for other neighbors"

Joe and Mary Goldstein never considered themselves heroes. But when they noticed troubling signs surrounding their 83-year-old neighbor, Tom Rockey, they followed their instincts.

"You know, neighbors looking out for other neighbors," Joe said matter-of-factly, standing outside the home he once feared would be stolen from its rightful owner.

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