Two former employees of a Florence assisted living facility are facing felony charges after state investigators said vulnerable residents were left without supervision during medical emergencies.
State Investigators Announce Arrests
Alan Wilson announced the arrests of:
- Na’Trell W. Bryant, 21, of Lamar
- Matthew A. Gregg, 54, of Florence
Both men were charged with neglect of a vulnerable adult and booked into the Florence County Detention Center on May 13, 2026.
Charges Linked to Florence Assisted Living Facility
Investigators said the incidents happened while Bryant and Gregg worked as caregivers at Above the Rest Residential Care in Florence.
According to authorities, both men knowingly failed to provide proper supervision and care for residents living at the facility.
Investigators Detail Two Incidents
State investigators outlined two separate cases from summer 2025:
May 30 Incident
Authorities said Gregg allegedly left the facility during his shift, leaving residents unattended.
During that time, a vulnerable resident reportedly suffered a medical emergency that required emergency medical services.
June 6 Incident
Investigators said Bryant also allegedly left the facility unsupervised during his shift.
Officials stated a resident experienced a medical emergency and had to contact EMS without staff assistance.
Roughly an hour later, Gregg was allegedly found asleep inside a closed room at the facility.
Felony Charges Carry Prison Time
Under South Carolina law, neglect of a vulnerable adult is a felony offense.
If convicted, each man could face:
- Up to five years in prison
- A fine of up to $5,000
- Or both penalties
State Unit Investigating Abuse and Neglect
The investigation was conducted by the South Carolina Attorney General’s Vulnerable Adults and Medicaid Provider Fraud Unit along with the Florence County Sheriff’s Office.
The South Carolina Attorney General’s Office will prosecute the cases.
