FOND DU LAC, WI (WTAQ-WLUK) — A Fond du Lac psychiatrist was sentenced for selling prescriptions in exchange for cash.
John D. Whelan, 77, pled guilty to conspiracy to distribute controlled substances and lying to federal agents. He was sentenced to 48 months in prison, followed by three years of supervised release.
Prosecutors say Whelan made more than a quarter of a million dollars by selling improper and illicit prescriptions, abusing his position as a physician.
“If someone had cash, Mr. Whelan was willing to sell them controlled substances regardless of their actual medical need and regardless of whether the individuals were simply abusing these drugs,” said U.S. Attorney Haanstad. “Rather than seeking to truly care for his patients, Mr. Whelan sought simply to fund a lavish lifestyle. I commend everyone who worked together to pursue justice in this case.”
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