Two Arrested After Rochester Man Found Dead
Authorities charged two individuals with murder following the death of a 33-year-old Rochester resident.
Updated on Sept. 18, 2026 in Eldercare
Andrea Livers and Lancysa Harris were arrested on Sept. 15, 2026, in connection with the homicide of 33-year-old Timothy Green. A grand jury indicted the pair on charges including murder, kidnapping, and endangering a disabled person.
Why it matters
The case highlights the severe vulnerabilities faced by disabled individuals dependent on caregivers for their basic needs and financial management. Investigators allege the suspects withheld food while misappropriating the victim's government benefits for personal use.
Timothy Green weighed 88 pounds at the time of his death, down from 130 pounds in June 2024. Surveillance footage indicated he did not leave his apartment for 45 days leading up to his death on Feb. 17, 2026.
The players
Andrea Livers
The 58-year-old suspect faces charges of murder, kidnapping, and endangering a disabled person.
Lancysa Harris
The 42-year-old suspect served as the designated payee for the victim's government benefits.
Timothy Green
The 33-year-old victim had moved to Rochester in 2023 following the death of his father.
The details
Prosecutors allege that between January 19 and Feb. 17, 2026, the suspects restrained Green using handcuffs and weights while withholding food. Authorities discovered these items alongside cleaning supplies during an apartment search, while an autopsy confirmed the cause of death as severe dehydration and failure to thrive.
Timeline
June 2024: Lancysa Harris became the designated payee for Green's benefits.
January 19, 2026 - Feb. 17, 2026: Period of alleged abuse in the apartment.
Feb. 17, 2026: Timothy Green died at age 33.
July 2026: Autopsy findings ruled the death a homicide.
Sept. 15, 2026: Police arrested Andrea Livers and Lancysa Harris.
Culture Shift
This tragedy underscores the lethal risks that can arise within the Social Security Administration's Representative Payee Program when oversight fails. The case highlights a shift toward increased scrutiny of caregiver accountability for vulnerable adults.
This case prompts a review of safety protocols for residents living under the care of designated benefit payees. Local families may seek further guidance on monitoring the well-being of disabled relatives who rely on third-party financial management.
The takeaway
Vulnerable adults require consistent, external monitoring to ensure that those managing their financial and physical care are acting in their best interest. Residents are encouraged to report any signs of caregiver neglect or financial exploitation to local authorities immediately.
What happens next
The suspects are scheduled to appear in court on Sept. 23, 2026.
Further reading
Find more resources regarding advocacy and protective services on the Rochester Eldercare page.
Source note: This article includes information reported by People.
