Region’s US Attorney plays central role in national fraud case Evan Jones May 8, 2012 1 minute read Abbott Laboratories will pay $1.5 billion in penalties to settle a health care fraud case prosecuted in western Virginia. As WFIR’s Evan Jones reports, the region’s top federal prosecutor played a central role in the case. [audio:http://wfirnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/05-08-Abbott-Labs-Wrap1-WEB.mp3|titles=05-08 Abbott Labs Wrap1-WEB] Share: Post navigation Previous: Goodwill holding appraisal event this Friday with familiar faceNext: Explore Park on the rebound, but it is gradual Related Stories Orvis to relocate Roanoke operations, retaining 60 jobs Ian Price June 22, 2026 “It’s time for change,” Republican candidate says in U.S. Senate primary race Web Staff June 22, 2026 Mill Mountain Zoo welcomes pair of Patagonian maras Web Staff June 19, 2026