Mark Allen, Unlawful Opioid Distribution, Tennessee 2022

Mark Allen, a former nurse practitioner, has been convicted of unlawfully distributing prescription opioids to patients at a clinic he owned in Manchester, Tennessee. The conviction comes after a federal jury in the Eastern District of Tennessee found Allen guilty of maintaining a drug-involved premises and six counts of unlawful distribution of a controlled substance outside the scope of professional practice.

According to court documents and evidence presented at trial, Allen distributed oxycodone not for a legitimate medical purpose outside the course of professional practice and used his clinic, Volunteer Family Medical, for unlawful drug distribution. Specifically, the evidence showed that through his clinic, Allen wrote controlled substance prescriptions for more than 15,000 pills to three women with whom he had sexual relationships and a male patient who later passed away.

Allen, 64, now of Destin, Florida, faces up to 20 years in prison per count. He is scheduled to be sentenced on January 21, 2022, and a federal district court judge will determine any sentence after considering the U.S. Sentencing Guidelines and other statutory factors.

The investigation into Allen’s activities was conducted by the FBI, HHS-OIG, and TBI. The case is being prosecuted by Trial Attorney Emily Petro of the Criminal Division’s Fraud Section and Assistant U.S. Attorney James Brooks of the Eastern District of Tennessee.

The conviction of Mark Allen is a significant blow to those involved in the opioid crisis. The distribution of prescription opioids has had devastating effects on families and communities across the country. This conviction serves as a reminder of the importance of holding individuals accountable for their actions.

Allen’s conviction highlights the need for continued vigilance in the fight against opioid trafficking. The opioid epidemic has had far-reaching consequences, and it will take a concerted effort to address this issue. By holding those responsible accountable, we can work towards a safer and healthier community.

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