The dude's 74 years old, cut him a break. Some, if not most folks tend to get soft-headed as we age. Who hasn't seen this tendency in an elderly family member or friend?

Not talking about Alzheimers, just a general lack of acuity that can come with old age.

Unfortunately and despicably, there are vermin who are keenly aware on this tendency, and who gleefully exploit it.

Special place in hell for these fuckers.