Arkansas Woman Accused of Posing as Hospital Employee for Fake Drug Take-Back Scheme
A woman in Jonesboro, Arkansas, is facing drug charges after allegedly posing as a St. Bernards Medical Center employee to collect prescription drugs door-to-door under the guise of a fake drug take-back program.
St. Louis, MO, August 5, 2026 —
JONESBORO, AR – Authorities in Jonesboro, Arkansas, have charged a woman with drug-related offenses following allegations that she impersonated an employee of St. Bernards Medical Center. The woman is accused of using a fraudulent drug take-back program as a cover to solicit prescription medications from residents.
The suspect reportedly went door-to-door in the community, claiming to be collecting unwanted prescription drugs on behalf of St. Bernards Medical Center. The program, however, was not affiliated with the hospital and has been described as a fake initiative.
Details regarding the specific drug charges filed against the woman have not been publicly disclosed. The timeline of these alleged activities and the exact dates of her interactions with residents were also not provided. Information concerning whether any drugs were successfully collected or how the scheme was discovered is also pending further details.
A spokesperson for St. Bernards Medical Center confirmed that the individual in question is not an employee of the hospital. The medical center has not released a statement regarding the incident but has emphasized the importance of verifying the legitimacy of any health-related programs or solicitations.
The investigation is ongoing, and authorities are working to determine the full extent of the alleged scheme. The Jonesboro Police Department is handling the case. No further information regarding the suspect’s identity or court proceedings was available at the time of reporting.
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