April 28, 2017 5:30 pm

Florida Eye Doctor Melgen Guilty on All Counts of Medicare Fraud

A prominent Florida eye doctor accused of political corruption was found guilty Friday on all counts in his Medicare fraud trial, raising the possibility that federal prosecutors could pressure him to testify against New Jersey Democratic Sen. Bob Menendez in exchange for a lighter sentence. Dr. Salomon Melgen effectively faces a life sentence if no deal is struck. Menendez denies any wrongdoing.

US & World Videos

Exit mobile version