A Central Florida nursing home director was arrested for stealing jewelry from a resident.
The executive director of a DeBary senior living facility has been arrested on charges of stealing jewelry from a resident, and Volusia County detectives are looking to identify other potential victims.
This Central Florida case began after an engagement ring was reported missing from a resident’s bedroom at Arya senior living in DeBary.
According to local law enforcement, video surveillance showed Executive Director Shaun Burstein entering the unoccupied room, going to the area of the jewelry box, and leaving shortly afterward. Additional footage captured a separate incident in which Burstein attempted to open the jewelry box before noticing the camera and leaving.
Detectives reviewed pawn records that revealed Burstein sold multiple pieces of jewelry, including the stolen engagement ring, which was positively identified and placed on hold. Pawn documentation and a fingerprint confirmed Burstein’s involvement in the sale of the stolen engagement ring.
During an interview, Burstein admitted to stealing jewelry from multiple residents and selling the items at local pawn shops, according to the Volusia Sheriff’s Office. Records show he sold more than 93 pieces of jewelry between September 23, 2025, and December 30, 2025.
45-year-old Shaun Burstein, of Sanford, turned himself in to face his charges of dealing in stolen property and theft from a person 65 years of age or older.
The investigation is ongoing and at this time only one victim has been identified.
Local law enforcement asked that if you or a family member believe you may be a victim, contact Detective Patel at VSO.
