Criminal Justice
March 25, 2021
For Incarcerated Patients Battling Addiction, A New Program Offers Treatment
For as long as Dr. Carlos Menendez has been there, Family Health Services of Darke County, Ohio, has managed the withdrawal symptoms of patients entering the local jail.
March 29, 2021
Drug Use, Overdose Deaths Increased During Pandemic
Drug Enforcement Administration officials say fentanyl remains a threat throughout Ohio and other parts of the country.
March 22, 2021
Ohio doctor sentenced to prison for role in unlawful distribution of controlled substances
An Ohio physician was sentenced to 40 months in prison this month for his role in illegally distributing controlled substances.
March 18, 2021
Ohio Indefinitely Suspends Lawyer Convicted of Stealing Opioids
Disciplinary body originally recommended 2-year suspension
Harsher penalty sought after lawyer misled investigators
March 3, 2021
CEO Sentenced to Prison in $150 Million Health Care Fraud, Opioid Distribution, and Money Laundering Scheme
Proceeds of the fraud were used to fund private jet flights, courtside tickets to the NBA Finals, and purchase of luxury automobiles, jewelry and real estate
March 1, 2021
Doctor Sentenced to Prison for Role in Unlawful Distribution of Controlled Substances
An Ohio physician was sentenced to 40 months in prison today for his role in illegally distributing controlled substances.
February 8, 2021
Doctor Sentenced for Role in Unlawful Distribution of Opioids
An Ohio physician was sentenced to two years in prison today for his role in illegally distributing opioids.
February 4, 2021
Meth seizures shoot up 87% across Ohio, state troopers say
CINCINNATI (FOX19) - Once overshadowed by the opioid epidemic and heroin, methamphetamine continues to make a comeback across the nation and Ohio.
