The growing population of older adults has brought with it a number of challenges for older adults, communities, and the state. The frequency of victimization of older people through various crimes has intensified and the criminal justice system faces increasing pressure to curb this trend. Although all states have legislation aimed at protecting the adult population from crimes, large gaps in reporting crimes against the elderly are evident across the country. Older people are increasingly vulnerable to physical, financial and emotional abuse. In many cases, citizens aware of these abuses may not report them to the police or older adults themselves may fear engaging in legal battles. Many crimes committed against the elderly largely reflect the general situation regarding criminal activity. However, certain categories of crimes are more prevalent among older people. This paper will discuss these categories of crimes in light of the manner and forms in which they occur. Additionally, the document will allude to existing gaps in criminal justice system reporting and efforts, as well as what needs to be done to address these gaps. According to the results of a recent study, older people face an increasing number of people. frequency of abuse, including widespread cases of financial exploitation and domestic violence. An important factor that has been cited as aggravating the situation is the limited social services available to older people. This is due to lack of public interest as well as financial constraints facing the economy. Furthermore, the issue of crimes against the elderly has not received sufficient attention as...... middle of paper ......e elderly people are coming to an end. This alludes to the need to see cases of elder abuse prosecuted and offenders punished appropriately. This would send a message to other offenders that any crime against the elderly would be punishable by law. Therefore, agencies whose work revolves around law enforcement must play an active role (Tabachnick, 2009). At the same time, there needs to be adequate funding for national campaigns to raise awareness about the issue of crimes against the elderly and what steps to take. they must take for the fight to be successful. When it comes to raising public awareness, the media must step in and highlight the reality of this problem. The media has the ability to make this issue get the attention it deserves (Tabachnick, 2009).