Arkansas nurse charged with using dead patient's name in attempt to purchase hundreds of oxycodone pills

A nurse in Arkansas is facing felony charges after allegedly using a dead man’s name when attempting to purchase oxycodone pills at pharmacies.

Caitlin Carol Adams was charged with three counts of fraud or deceit to procure a narcotic drug-forged prescription in connection with multiple drug purchases last month, according to KAIT.

Adams is accused of using a fake prescription to purchase 120 oxycodone pills at a pharmacy in Jonesboro, Arkansas, on Jan. 2, the outlet reported.

She claimed she worked at a nursing home and that the pills were for a patient.

Bottles of prescription painkiller Oxycodone Hydrochloride, 30mg pills, sit on a shelf at a local pharmacy, in Provo, Utah, on April 25, 2017. (REUTERS/George Frey/File Photo)

Adams then went to another pharmacy and purchased 180 oxycodone pills under the dead man’s name.

She was arrested on Jan. 24 and booked into the Craighead County Detention Center. Adams was released on a $25,000 bond awaiting arraignment on March 20.

Adams’ license is under investigation.

You May Also Like
Transgender, vegan 'Zizian' cult linked to Vermont border agent killing dependent on zapping human emotions

“Alleged Cult ‘Zizian’ Connected to Vermont Border Agent Killing Relied on Manipulating Human Emotions”

A cult expert lifted the veil on the “Zizian” fringe group that…
Missing commuter plane on way to Nome found crashed on Alaska sea ice; all 10 aboard dead, authorities say

Summary of details on Alaska commuter plane crash that claimed 10 lives and disappeared en route to Nome, as per authorities

In Juneau, Alaska, efforts are underway to retrieve the remains of a…
Bill Maher Jokes That Kanye West Is Seeking Trump Cabinet Appointment After Revealing He’s “A Nazi”

Bill Maher Teases That Kanye West Wants Trump Cabinet Role After Claiming He’s “A Nazi”

As Kanye West makes a fiery return to the public eye, Bill…
Taylor Swift gets glam for girls' night in New Orleans ahead of Travis Kelce's Super Bowl

Taylor Swift dresses up for a fun night out with her friends in New Orleans before Travis Kelce’s Super Bowl.

Taylor Swift was seen enjoying the New Orleans nightlife the day before…
How To Watch Super Bowl 2025 Live For Free on Tubi

A Guide to Watching Super Bowl 2025 Live on Tubi Without Paying

After many months of NFL games, we are now at Super Bowl…
US birth rates by state: Donald Trump Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy circulates memo tying grants to birth, marriage rates

Which states in the US have the highest birth rates? Sean Duffy, the Transportation Secretary under Donald Trump, suggests linking grants to birth and marriage rates.

Shortly after becoming President Donald Trump’s transportation secretary, Sean Duffy sent out…
Star snaps of the week: ‘Leg day’ with Rita Ora and more

Weekly highlights: Rita Ora’s leg workout and more celebrity snapshots

Weekly celebrity snapshots: Rita Ora’s ‘Leg day’ and more / Legs for…
Drink-drive lawyer refused roadside breath test after being pulled over in her silver Range Rover... because she'd had cosmetic surgery on her lips

Drink-Drive Attorney Declines Roadside Breath Test After Stop in Silver Range Rover Due to Recent Lip Enhancement Surgery

A barrister declined to undergo a roadside breath test after being pulled…
Bombshell report says Travis Kelce is now considering retiring... and his decision deadline is revealed

Travis Kelce Contemplating Retirement as Decision Deadline is Exposed

Travis Kelce is currently weighing the possibility of retiring from football following…
Sony PlayStation Network outage enrages gamers around the world

Gamers worldwide are furious about the Sony PlayStation Network service interruption

ROME — Sony’s PlayStation Network (PSN) experienced a major outage on Saturday,…
What Movie Should I Watch Tonight? ‘Down with Love,’ a Rom-Com Throwback to a Throwback

Suggested Film for Tonight: “Down with Love” – A Romantic Comedy with a Retro Twist

In 2003, amidst her successful streak of Oscar nominations and in between…
Dozens more Alexander brother accusers come forward as real estate tycoons plead not guilty

New Accusers of Alexander Brothers Emerge as Real Estate Tycoons Enter Not Guilty Plea

Tal and Oren Alexander and their brother Alon, luxury real estate brokers,…