Pharmacists Sentenced For Federal Drug Trafficking And Fraud

Pharmacists Sentenced For Federal Drug Trafficking And Fraud

Pharmacists Sentenced For Federal Drug Trafficking And Fraud

Pharmacists sentenced to prison for fake opioid prescriptions.

Two former Albion, MI pharmacists who filled bogus opioid prescriptions and ripped off insurance agencies are heading to federal prison.

John Shedd, 71, of Albion and 64-year-old Terry Tooley of Spring Arbor were each sentenced to 15 months in prison on federal drug trafficking and healthcare fraud charges, which they previously pleaded guilty to.

Approximate date(s) of the diversion: 01/01/2016
Where the Diversion Occurred: Parks Drug Store 318 S Superior St, Albion, MI 49224 Type of Healthcare Facility: Retail Pharmacy
Person Diverting: John Shedd and Terry Tooley Profession of the person diverting: Pharmacist
Has the incident been reported? e.g. to local law enforcement, county board of health, state licensure board, and/or federal DEA or FDA authorities? Yes To whom has the incident been reported?
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