A six-time convicted felon is facing serious charges after allegedly targeting an elderly woman in a home repair scam on Chicago’s South Side.

According to prosecutors, 32-year-old Sonny Miller and two other men arrived at a residence in early February, claiming they had previously completed roofing work on the home and needed to perform additional repairs. The suspects allegedly used the pretense to gain access to the house, where an 82-year-old woman lived with her daughter.

Authorities say Miller directed the daughter to another room under the guise of preparing materials, leaving him alone with the elderly woman, who relies on a cane to stand and walk. During that time, he allegedly told her the supposed basement work would cost $200 and warned of fines, legal trouble, and even a lien on her home if she refused to pay.

While two accomplices reportedly applied unnecessary concrete outside, prosecutors say Miller confronted the woman again when the work was “completed.” As she retrieved an envelope of cash, he allegedly snatched it from her hand and fled the home with the others in a pickup truck. The victim, officials noted, was unable to resist.

Police were called and used surveillance footage and a flyer left behind at the scene to identify the suspects. A license plate reader later flagged the vehicle, leading officers in a nearby suburb to stop the truck and detain its occupants. One of the men reportedly admitted to participating in the scheme and identified Miller as the individual who interacted with the victim inside the home.

When arrested, Miller was found with more than $2,000 in cash, according to prosecutors, though he denied being at the residence.

A judge ordered him held without bond, citing his extensive criminal history and pattern of similar scams. He now faces multiple charges, including robbery of a victim over 60 and aggravated home fraud.

Court records indicate Miller remains in custody, with his next hearing scheduled for early May.