Doctor Convicted of Running Pill Mill and Contributing to a Death
Philadelphia - A federal jury, today, found Dr. Norman Werther, 74, of Ft. Washington, PA, guilty of more than 300 counts, including distribution of a controlled substance resulting in death. In addition to the charge of distribution resulting in death, the jury found Werther guilty of 184 counts of illegally distributing oxycodone, 116 counts of money laundering, six counts of conspiracy to distribute controlled substances, and one count of maintaining a drug-involved premises.
Action Details
- Date:June 11, 2013
- Agency:U.S. Attorney
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Enforcement Types:
- Criminal and Civil Actions