Price-Gouging and Hoarding of Medical Supplies, Ohio 2023
U.S. Attorney Justin Herdman has launched a crackdown on individuals and companies accused of price-gouging and hoarding critical medical supplies in Northern Ohio.
According to a letter sent to various hospitals and healthcare systems in the region, Herdman is seeking assistance from employees and medical professionals to identify those engaging in these illicit activities.
The letter, which was part of a coordinated nationwide effort to combat COVID-19 related fraud, came after Attorney General William Barr directed all 93 U.S. Attorneys to prioritize the investigation and prosecution of COVID-19 fraud on March 20.
Herdman’s letter stated, “Our office is prioritizing the deterrence, investigation, and prosecution of wrongdoing related to the COVID-19 pandemic—including those engaged in hoarding and/or price-gouging critical medical supplies.”
The U.S. Attorney’s Office is urging the public to report COVID-19 related fraud to the National Center for Disaster Fraud (NCDF) hotline at 1-866-720-5721 or email tips to the Northern District office at USAOHN.COVID19@usdoj.gov.
Herdman’s actions are part of a broader effort to combat the COVID-19 pandemic and ensure that critical medical supplies are available to those who need them most.
Anyone with information about price-gouging and hoarding of medical supplies is encouraged to come forward and report it to the authorities.
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Key Facts
- State: Ohio
- Category: Fraud & Financial Crimes|White Collar Crime|Public Corruption
- Source: DOJ Press Release â†â€â€
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