From Slate Magazine · Kristin Wong · · 50s
Brother-in-law steals $3500 from credit card
Brother-in-law admitted to $3,500 adult entertainment charges on credit card.
In brief
Brother-in-law admitted to $3,500 adult entertainment charges on credit card. Brother-in-law stole $3,500 from credit card for adult entertainment after being fired in May. Originally reported by Slate Magazine.
Brother-in-law moves in
Brother-in-law Dan moved in after divorce wiped him out seven months ago.
Dan's behavior worsens
Dan drinks more, misses work, and teaches toddler profane language.
Dan gets fired
Dan was fired in May for missing work eight times.
Credit card charges
Credit card statement shows $3,500 in adult entertainment charges.
Dan denies charges
Dan initially denied charges but admitted after threat to kick him out.
Husband's response
Husband says Dan has no future and suggests letting it go this time.
Final decision
Writer considers taking child to sister until brother-in-law leaves.
The essence
Brother-in-law stole $3,500 from credit card for adult entertainment after being fired in May.
