A Florida man has been arrested after state police say he stole thousands of dollars from his elderly relative in Montgomery County.

According to troopers, 59-year-old William Lewis Jr. stole about $50,000 from his family member over six months.

State police say Lewis had access to the family's accounts and used the money for himself.

He was arrested in Florida and handed over to the New York State Police Department.

Lewis was arraigned and sent to Montgomery County Jail.